Hubble finds a Black Hole Igniting Star Formation in a Dwarf Galaxy

NASA's Hubble Space Telescope has discovered that black holes, typically known for their destructive nature, can also create stars. This was observed in a dwarf galaxy where a black hole's slower outflow of gas compressed a dense cocoon of gas, leading to star formation. This phenomenon contrasts with larger galaxies where supermassive black holes have outflows too fast for star formation. The findings suggest that dwarf galaxy black holes could provide insights into the early universe's black holes, offering a new perspective on cosmic evolution.

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