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Astronomers have detected an extraordinary cosmic wind blasting from a distant quasar powered by a supermassive black hole.
Moving at a significant fraction of the speed of light, this powerful outflow offers a rare glimpse into how black holes can shape the evolution of entire galaxies.
What researchers discovered about its structure, energy, and role in the early universe is helping reveal how some of the largest cosmic systems grew—and why others may have struggled to form new stars.
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Moving at a significant fraction of the speed of light, this powerful outflow offers a rare glimpse into how black holes can shape the evolution of entire galaxies.
What researchers discovered about its structure, energy, and role in the early universe is helping reveal how some of the largest cosmic systems grew—and why others may have struggled to form new stars.
Thank you for listening to Bedtime Astronomy — your guide to the cosmos. New episodes on space exploration, NASA missions & the latest astronomy breakthroughs.
This episode includes AI-generated content.
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