Links to Related Web Pages
APOD
Index - Stars: Black Holes
A list of black holes pictures from
NASA's "Astronomy Picture of the Day" archive.
Black
Holes by Nigel Drayton
A site created as a student's final project
for astronomy. Some nice animations and illustrations from NASA.
A
Black Hole FAQ
A good list of FAQ questions with detailed answers.
Black
Holes on "Newton's Apple"
Outlines a few basic concepts
and includes some activities for the reader to try.
Imagine
Science: Black Holes
A nice introduction to black holes.
Do a search on the site to find lots more information on black holes.
The
Net Advance of Physics: Black Holes
A set of links to numerous
black holes resources on the Web. A great starting point to finding some
advanced papers on the topic.
Observational
Evidence of Black Holes
An online paper describing gravitational
collapse and the search for black holes. Has some nice animations to illustrate
the concepts.
Physics
of Black Holes
A nice list of "Frequently Asked Questions."
Quasars:
One of the Great Mysteries of Astronomy
An essay written by an
18-year-old outlining the major facts about quasars, and includes information
on black holes as a possible energy source for them.
Simulations
of Black Holes
Accurate computer models of black holes.
Space
Exploration Forum on AOL
Note: Only America Online members can
follow this link.
Virtual
Trips to Black Holes and Neutron Stars
Downloadable computer simulations
of black holes, neutron stars, and the surrounding areas.
