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LewMcCoy
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Dear Internet-
As part of an introductory Astronomy course, it is time to compile a mock research proposal, specifically to give us an idea of what real scientists do. The purpose of it is to focus on a particular not-yet-understood phenomenon of astronomy, and describe the process we would use to gather such data.
I find the jets of black holes to be fascinating, and have come here for some expert advise. As I understand so far, we know what these jets are made of (photons & electrons), but the true mystery still lies in how they are formed. Exactly how are black holes, notorious for their unyielding gravity, able to propel matter at nearly the speed of light?
This is the foundation of my research so far. The question remaining yet is the type of data and observations we plan to gather and make to try and decipher this mystery. This is where I'm a bit confused: what exactly would benefit and clarify our understanding of these jets? Knowing more about the magnetic fields of black holes? Their composition? More about their masses? Temperature? The difficulty lies in connecting the phenomenon with data. Any guidance or advice is greatly appreciated.
Thank you!
As part of an introductory Astronomy course, it is time to compile a mock research proposal, specifically to give us an idea of what real scientists do. The purpose of it is to focus on a particular not-yet-understood phenomenon of astronomy, and describe the process we would use to gather such data.
I find the jets of black holes to be fascinating, and have come here for some expert advise. As I understand so far, we know what these jets are made of (photons & electrons), but the true mystery still lies in how they are formed. Exactly how are black holes, notorious for their unyielding gravity, able to propel matter at nearly the speed of light?
This is the foundation of my research so far. The question remaining yet is the type of data and observations we plan to gather and make to try and decipher this mystery. This is where I'm a bit confused: what exactly would benefit and clarify our understanding of these jets? Knowing more about the magnetic fields of black holes? Their composition? More about their masses? Temperature? The difficulty lies in connecting the phenomenon with data. Any guidance or advice is greatly appreciated.
Thank you!