TED-Ed: Could the Earth be swallowed by a black hole? - Fabio Pacucci

The video explores cosmic threats, focusing on black holes. It explains black holes' nature, their detection methods, and distinguishes between stellar mass and supermassive black holes. While stellar mass black holes pose minimal risk due to their size and distance, supermassive black holes, located at galactic centers, could impact Earth if galaxies collide. Despite their destructive potential, black holes are crucial in galaxy formation, contributing to the universe's structure.

How do we observe black holes if they do not emit light?

What are the two main types of black holes mentioned in the text?

What could happen to Earth if a supermassive black hole is approached?

What is the predicted event involving the Andromeda Galaxy and its implications for Earth?

What role do black holes play in the formation of galaxies?