Astronomers Capture Star Being Torn Apart by a Black Hole

Black Hole Rips Star Apart

Black Hole Rips Star Apart

This red giant star strayed a little too close to the black hole at the center of its orbit.

Check out this simulation to see exactly how the destruction played out.

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Read the full story here: Astronomers see ANOTHER star ripped apart by a black hole!

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