Quasar Spotted in the Milky Way!

Quasar Spotted in the Milky Way!

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The video explores the fascinating world of quasars, starting with their discovery in the 1950s as bright radio sources. It explains how quasars are linked to supermassive black holes and their accretion disks, which emit immense energy. The video also introduces micro quasars, smaller versions found in the Milky Way, and focuses on SS433, a notable micro quasar. The study of SS433's jets provides insights into high-energy processes like inverse Compton scattering, revealing the dynamic nature of these cosmic phenomena.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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