Black holes

James Barter9781590181010, 1590181018

The remains of collapsed stars, black holes possess enormous gravities that pull in and annihilate any matter that strays too close. The latest evidence and theories for these bizarre objects are presented in this intriguing book, including how black holes were first predicted, how they form, their physical properties, and how scientists detect them. Also covered are the giant black holes now known to lurk at the centers of most galaxies and the possibility of using these objects as cosmic gateways.

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Table of contents :
Cover……Page 1
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Table of Contents……Page 4
Foreword……Page 5
Introduction – Facing the Ultimate Unknowable……Page 8
Gravity and Early Predictions of Black Holes……Page 13
Dying Stars and the Formation of Black Holes……Page 27
Properties and Potential Uses of Black Holes……Page 41
Detecting Black Holes Through Indirect Means……Page 55
Giant Black Holes and the Fate of the Universe……Page 68
Can Black Holes Be Used as Cosmic Gateways?……Page 81
Notes……Page 94
Glossary……Page 97
For Further Reading……Page 100
Major Works Consulted……Page 102
Additional Works Consulted……Page 104
Index……Page 107
Picture Credits……Page 112
About the Author……Page 113