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Astronomy Cast Ep. 18: Black Holes Big & Small

The 365 Days of Astronomy

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Understanding Black Holes: Gravity, Mass, and Escape Velocity

This chapter explores the nature of black holes, highlighting their incredible gravitational pull that prevents light from escaping. It also traces the historical development of black hole theory, starting with John Mitchell's 1784 calculations on escape velocities.

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