The discussion explores the hypothetical scenario of a black hole located at the center of a nebula and its potential effects on star formation within that nebula. Participants consider various implications, including the relationship between black holes and the lifecycle of stars in nebulae.
Participants express differing views on the impact of black holes on nebulae, with some suggesting they may not significantly affect star formation, while others propose that the dynamics could be more complex. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the overall implications of black holes in nebulae.
Some claims depend on specific definitions of black holes and nebulae, and the discussion does not resolve the potential effects of black holes on star formation processes.
Fair enough, I'll have to read up on the Pleiades Cluster, certainly sounds interesting!newjerseyrunner said:Very possible, large nebulas are often home to some monster stars. Some of which live fast and die young, leaving a black hole in their wake. I'm fairly certain that I once read that there may be several black holes in the Pleiades cluster, which is located in a nebula. The black holes wouldn't eat the nebula any more than a star would though.
Thank you!|Glitch| said:This paper may also interest you. It suggests that there may be a large black hole (100+ M⊙) at the center of the Orion Nebula Cluster.
Catch me if you can: is there a runaway-mass black hole in the Orion Nebula Cluster? - arXiv 1209.2114