The Chandra X-ray Observatory revealed a new timelapse that condenses 150 hours of observations into just 90 seconds of video. This observation period, which may seem long, is actually common in astronomy, where many images appear to be snapshots but represent days, years, or decades of data collection.
The video shows a distant galaxy gradually taking shape over time, progressively revealing its structures. As the image becomes sharper, it is possible to observe the powerful radiation jet that is launched near a supermassive black hole.
This type of black hole, which is at the center of galaxies, is known for producing jets of matter and energy that can extend across vast distances in space. X-ray technology allows astronomers to observe these phenomena that would be invisible in visible wavelengths.
