Strange, 'starved' galaxy died 'a death of 1,000 cuts' in the ancient universe, JWST reveals
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- New observations from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) reveal that a supermassive black hole in an ancient galaxy likely starved the galaxy of gas necessary for star formation, leading to its demise described as 'a death of 1,000 cuts'. This finding enhances understanding of the early universe's dynamics.
- The discovery is significant as it provides insights into the processes that govern galaxy evolution and the role of supermassive black holes in shaping their environments, highlighting the complex interplay between black holes and star formation.
- This development aligns with ongoing research into the early universe, where the JWST has also identified the oldest supernova and observed unusual behaviors in other galaxies, emphasizing the importance of gas supply in galaxy longevity and the transformative effects of supermassive black holes on their host galaxies.
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