When a Black Hole Is Part of a Close Binary

question 1

Multiple Choice

When a black hole is part of a close binary star system,the system may be a strong source of X-rays.Where do the X-rays come from?

• A)The companion star,which is heated by the black hole
• B)A disk of hot matter around the black hole
• C)From the black hole itself
• D)From planets that are captured by the black hole

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