Black Hole Explorer: Finale

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Black Hole Explorer: Finale

In this second part of our exploration of black holes, set in the year 2090, we will delve into various aspects of these fascinating astronomical objects. We will investigate their nature and existence, how they form, their connection to stars, the consequences of falling into one, and the challenges of observing them since they emit no light. Furthermore, we will examine whether black holes can also function as wormholes or time machines.We strongly recommend that you should finish Black Hole Explorer: Genesis before enrolling for this course.

Course Overview

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Seeing The Unseeable

This section would be covered in a week and is divided into four modules:

  • See That Black Hole
    Even though black holes ignite our curiosity, no astronomer has ever directly seen one. Before we attempt to “see” a black hole, let us explore how scientists detect these mysterious cosmic objects.
  • See That Black Hole – 1
    Electromagnetic radiation includes radio waves, microwaves, X-rays, gamma rays, and visible light. In this section, we will understand each type of radiation and how they help us study the Universe.
  • See That Black Hole – 2
    Black holes do not emit any visible light or electromagnetic radiation. Yet, astronomers can still trace their presence by observing the effects on nearby stars, gas, and light. Let’s learn how they uncover these cosmic giants.
  • Mission Readiness Test
    Test your knowledge about black holes through an exciting quiz covering electromagnetic waves, sound waves, the Doppler effect, and other fascinating space science concepts.
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Black Hole's Warped World

This section would be covered in a week and is divided into four modules:

  • Event Horizon Telescope
    The Event Horizon Telescope (EHT) is a global network of radio telescopes working together as one giant array. Discover how scientists actually managed to capture the first-ever image of a black hole.
  • Ain't Nothing Like Real Thing
    We cannot directly observe black holes using any light we can detect. However, we can see their presence indirectly by studying how they affect the matter around them. Curious? Explore how this works.
  • Making a Black Hole
    This module features the appearance of M87*, a supermassive black hole with a mass 6.5 billion times that of our Sun. It offers a unique visual and scientific perspective on understanding black holes.
  • Space Station Work
    Black holes remain some of the most mysterious objects in the Universe, with their internal processes still unknown to scientists. What is your understanding of black holes?
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Eureka! First Photograph

This section would be covered in a week and is divided into four modules:

  • Getting First Photograph(s)
    Let us understand the image of Sagittarius A*, the supermassive black hole at the center of our galaxy, captured by the Event Horizon Telescope — and discover what this remarkable image truly means.
  • Mission Readiness Test
    You saw the iconic black hole image. How much do you actually know about it and the gravitational giant it represents? Test your understanding of black holes and uncover the facts.
  • Falling Into A Black Hole
    If you fell into a black hole, theory suggests gravity would stretch you like spaghetti before reaching the singularity. But is it really that simple? Let’s explore the truth behind this cosmic phenomenon.
  • Help, Being Eaten By A Black Hole
    Ever wondered what it looks like when black holes devour stars, planets — or even you? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Join us as we dive into the dramatic effects of such cosmic encounters.