The Event Horizon of a Black Hole Is the Point

question 15

Multiple Choice

The event horizon of a black hole is the point where _____.

• A) the mass of the black hole is concentrated in a singularity
• B) the accretion disk around the black hole contacts its surface
• C) the escape velocity equals the speed of light
• D) tidal forces ionize infalling gas
• E) an infalling particle reaches equilibrium with radiation pressure

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