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Why Black Holes Are More Than They Seem

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The Dynamics of Black Holes: Growth and Energy Emission

This chapter explores the growth of black holes and their ability to emit energetic jets into space. It highlights the Blandford-Znajk mechanism, revealing how black holes can transform from simple absorbers of matter to powerful sources of energy through their spin and magnetic interactions.

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