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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.
As the material spirals in, it heats up and gives off enormous amounts of light and energy.
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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.