RBH-1: A Supermassive Black Hole Racing Through Space
A supermassive black hole named RBH-1 is moving at nearly 1,000 km/s, leaving behind a 200,000-light-year trail of gas and newborn stars, according to new research.
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Updated 8 days ago
A recent study led by astronomers at Yale University has revealed that the supermassive black hole RBH-1, with a mass exceeding ten million Suns, has been ejected from its home galaxy.
This black hole is traveling at an astonishing speed of nearly 1,000 kilometres per second, creating a significant wake as it moves through space.
The wake, which spans an impressive 200,000 light-years, consists of a thin streak of gas and young stars, showcasing the dynamic interactions between black holes and their environments.