Mass of BH & Host Galaxy: A Deeper Look

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The discussion centers on the relationship between the mass of black holes (BH) and their host galaxies, particularly focusing on the M-sigma relation. It is established that as the distance observed increases, the mass of black holes appears to increase as well. This correlation suggests a significant connection between the mass of black holes and the characteristics of their host galaxies, including age. The provided Wikipedia link offers additional insights into the M-sigma relation, which is crucial for understanding this phenomenon.

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Is there a relationship between the mass of a bh and its host galaxy or the age of its host galaxy. (the more distance we look the bigger the bh) ?
 
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