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Quasars
⭐ MasteredA quasar is an extremely bright object at the centre of a distant galaxy, powered by a giant black hole. Quasars are among the brightest objects in the universe.
💡 Fun fact
Some quasars are so bright that they can outshine all the stars in their galaxy combined.
All about Quasars
A quasar is an extremely bright object at the centre of a distant galaxy, powered by a giant black hole. Quasars are among the brightest objects in the universe.
Their light can take billions of years to reach us.
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Real-life uses of Quasars
- Studying the early universe
- Mapping distant galaxies
- Learning about black holes
Frequently asked questions about Quasars
What powers a quasar?
A giant black hole.
Where are quasars found?
At the centre of distant galaxies.