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The Physics of Black Holes - Why Light Cannot Escape

Klonusk via YouTube

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Overview

Explore the fascinating mysteries of black holes in this 12-minute video. Delve into the formation process of these cosmic phenomena, understand their fundamental nature, and examine key concepts such as the singularity and gravitational waves. Learn why light cannot escape a black hole's intense gravitational pull, and gain insights into one of the universe's most intriguing and enigmatic objects.

Syllabus

Introduction
How black holes are formed
What is a black hole
The singularity
Gravitational waves

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Klonusk

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