Astronomers Observe Unusual Behavior in Seyfert Galaxy HE 1237−2252
A recent study has revealed that the Seyfert galaxy HE 1237−2252 experienced a significant change, with its central black hole dimming and then rapidly reigniting.
Editorial Staff
1 min read
Updated 4 days ago
Astronomers have made a noteworthy discovery regarding the Seyfert galaxy HE 1237−2252, which exhibited a remarkable change in its active galactic nucleus (AGN).
The central supermassive black hole in this galaxy appeared to switch off, leading to a dimming in X-ray emissions by a factor of 17.
This phenomenon underscores the dynamic behavior of supermassive black holes, highlighting their complex nature in the universe.