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| Black hole found hiding in star cluster outside our galaxy Posted: 11 Nov 2021 05:03 AM PST Astronomers have discovered a small black hole outside the Milky Way by looking at how it influences the motion of a star in its close vicinity. This is the first time this detection method has been used to reveal the presence of a black hole outside of our galaxy. The method could be key to unveiling hidden black holes in the Milky Way and nearby galaxies, and to help shed light on how these mysterious objects form and evolve. |
| New method to detect Tatooine-like planets validated Posted: 10 Nov 2021 10:15 AM PST A new method has allowed scientists to quickly detect a transiting planet with two suns. |
| Tread lightly: ‘Eggshell planets’ possible around other stars Posted: 10 Nov 2021 07:46 AM PST Strange 'eggshell planets' are among the rich variety of exoplanets possible, according to a study. These rocky worlds have an ultra-thin outer brittle layer and little to no topography. Such worlds are unlikely to have plate tectonics, raising questions as to their habitability. Planetary geologists have said at least three such worlds found during previous astronomical surveys may already be known. |
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