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Pulsars, Microwave Ovens and the Radio Sky - Chris Lintott

Gresham College Lectures

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Exploring the Center of Our Galaxy: From Black Holes to Radio Stars

Discussion on a striking image of the hot gas donut around a black hole in the center of our galaxy, revealing gravity-distorted light and the black hole's shadow. The chapter also covers the discovery of radio waves from the galactic center, the evolution of radio astronomy instruments, and the significance of monitoring changes in celestial object brightness.

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