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James Webb Telescope Uncovers Unexpected Flares from Milky Way's Black Hole

2/23/2025

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NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has unveiled a startling discovery: Sagittarius A*, the Milky Way's supermassive black hole, emits erratic flares, defying previous theories. With up to six significant flares observed each day, scientists believe turbulence in the accretion disk and magnetic reconnection are at play. Ongoing observations are set to deepen our understanding of these cosmic mysteries.

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NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has unveiled a startling discovery: Sagittarius A*, the Milky Way's supermassive black hole, emits erratic flares, defying previous theories. With up to six significant flares observed each day, scientists believe turbulence in the accretion disk and magnetic reconnection are at play. Ongoing observations are set to deepen our understanding of these cosmic mysteries.