NASA's Black Hole Field Guide

Thinking about doing some black hole watching the next time you’re on an intergalactic vacation, but you’re not quite sure where to start? Well, look no further!

This series of videos shows you everything you need to know. With topics ranging from basic black holes, to fancy black holes, to giant black holes and their companions, you’ll be more than ready for your next adventure.

In addition to the videos, you can also download a printable guide that has even more information.

Episode 1 - Basic Black Holes

If you’re looking to find some black holes, it’s always helpful to know exactly what you’re looking for! To get started on your black hole hunt, first watch this handy video to learn the basics about these strange cosmic objects.

NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center. Full caption and transcript.

Episode 2 - Fancy Black Holes

Once you’ve gotten the hang of basic black holes, you might want to search for some fancier ones. That’s great! But, before you do, refer to this convenient chapter to learn just how fancy some black holes can be.

NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center. Full caption and transcript.

Episode 3 - Social Black Holes

Watching black holes by themselves is fun, but what about ones that like being more social? Some black holes really LOVE to dance with other objects in the universe. Learn more about them by watching this helpful video!

NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center. Full caption and transcript.

Episode 4 - Social Supermassive Black Holes

It’s not just smaller black holes that have all the fun – really, really massive black holes also enjoy being the center of attention! Watch this chapter to learn more about these giant black holes and all their companions!

NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center. Full caption and transcript.

Episode 5 - Black Hole Records

Even though you’ve learned about basic black holes, and fancy black holes, and social black holes, and giant black holes, there are always stranger things out there! In this final chapter, you can learn about some of the rarest black holes – biggest, smallest, farthest, strangest, and more!

NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center. Full caption and transcript.
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