Suppose We Observe a Source of X-Rays That Varies Substantially

question 107

Multiple Choice

Suppose we observe a source of X-rays that varies substantially in brightness over a period of a few days. What can we conclude?

• A) The X-ray source is no more than a few light-days in diameter.
• B) The X-ray source is a quasar.
• C) The X-ray source contains a black hole with an accretion disk.
• D) The X-ray source must have a strong, rapidly varying magnetic field.

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