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Black Hole Defies Growth Limits in Early Universe
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Black Hole Defies Growth Limits in Early Universe

Astronomers have discovered a rare quasar in the early Universe, featuring a central black hole that is devouring matter an astonishing 13 times faster than current theoretical limits, significantly challenging existing models of black hole formation and evolution. This groundbreaking finding, which also notes the quasar's unexpected simultaneous emission of bright X-rays and a powerful radio jet, provides crucial insights into how supermassive black holes achieved immense sizes so quickly in the nascent cosmos.

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