Star Gazers

Black Holes: Why Do They Exist?

Black holes, with their immense gravitational force, are some of the most intriguing objects in space. But how do they form? It all starts with the life cycle of stars. From the birth of a protostar to the dramatic supernova explosion, we trace the journey of a black hole.

Black Holes: Why Do They Exist?

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