Chapter 34: Q16CQ (page 1237)
Is the event horizon of a black hole the actual physical surface of the object?
Short Answer
It isn't, however it is necessary for comprehending how black holes function.
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Chapter 34: Q16CQ (page 1237)
Is the event horizon of a black hole the actual physical surface of the object?
It isn't, however it is necessary for comprehending how black holes function.
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