The Updated Physics of Black Holes with Steve Balbus & Andrew Mummery
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Exploring Black Holes and Time Dilation
This chapter examines the intricacies of orbits near black holes, distinguishing stable from unstable paths and their connection to time dilation. The speakers engage in discussions about recent theoretical predictions, astronomical data from x-ray observations, and the dynamics governing black holes, especially in relation to their rotation and accretion disks. Additionally, they highlight the impact of publication prestige in the astronomy community while maintaining a light-hearted tone.
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