Mass of BH & Host Galaxy: A Deeper Look

In summary, a black hole is a region of space with a strong gravitational pull that forms when a massive star collapses. The mass of a black hole can be measured through various methods and is directly related to the mass of its host galaxy. The growth of a black hole can have a significant impact on its host galaxy, influencing star formation and galactic evolution. Studying the mass of black holes and their host galaxies has provided new insights into the evolution of galaxies and the role of black holes in this process.
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Is there a relationship between the mass of a bh and its host galaxy or the age of its host galaxy. (the more distance we look the bigger the bh) ?
 
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1. What is a black hole?

A black hole is a region of space where the gravitational pull is so strong that nothing, including light, can escape its grasp. It is formed when a massive star collapses in on itself, leaving behind a singularity with a strong gravitational field.

2. How is the mass of a black hole measured?

The mass of a black hole can be measured through various methods, including measuring the effects of its gravity on surrounding objects, observing the movement of stars near the black hole, or studying the radiation emitted from the accretion disk around the black hole.

3. What is the relationship between a black hole and its host galaxy?

A black hole is thought to exist at the center of every galaxy, including our own Milky Way. The mass of the black hole is directly related to the mass of its host galaxy, and they both grow in size and mass together through a process called galactic evolution.

4. How does the mass of a black hole affect its host galaxy?

The mass of a black hole can have a significant impact on its host galaxy. As the black hole grows, it can release powerful jets of energy that can influence the gas and dust in the galaxy, affecting star formation and the overall evolution of the galaxy.

5. What new insights have been gained from studying the mass of black holes and their host galaxies?

Studying the mass of black holes and their host galaxies has provided a deeper understanding of how galaxies evolve and the role that black holes play in this process. It has also helped to confirm theories about the relationship between black holes and the formation of stars and galaxies in the early universe.

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