Astronomers observe flares of light in the accretion disk around Sagittarius A* black hole

Astronomers have observed flares of light in the accretion disk orbiting the supermassive black hole Sagittarius A*, which is unique due to its shorter durations and varying brightness. This phenomenon provides valuable insights into the magnetic activity of black holes and can help test scientific theories, including Einstein's general theory of relativity.

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