Quasars, powered by supermassive black holes, can outshine entire galaxies by a factor of thousands.
Fact #4567
👍 0 · 👎 0
More Space Facts
The observable universe is about 93 billion light‑years wide.
Fact #1819 · Space
The Earth's rotation is gradually slowing over time.
Fact #105 · Space
Comets are made of ice, dust, and rocky material.
Fact #33 · Space
The Earth spins at 1000 mph.
Fact #1704 · Space
The Moon's gravity influences ocean tides.
Fact #69 · Space
Neutron stars can collide and produce heavy elements.
Fact #1627 · Space
The Pioneer 10 spacecraft was the first to travel through the asteroid belt.
Fact #1023 · Space
Some stars appear to dim irregularly for reasons that are still studied.
Fact #1599 · Space
Want more facts?
We have over 11,491 facts across 15 categories.