Chandra Release - May 3, 2012

Visual Description: PS1-10jh

 The computer-simulated image of the PS1-10jh is a fascinating visual representation that shows gas from a star being ripped apart by tidal forces as it falls into a black hole. Some of the gas also is being ejected at high speeds into space.  The image features a bright, orange-colored object with a long, curved shape that resembles a flame or a wavy line. This feature dominates the center of the image and stands out due to its brightness and contrast against the black background.  In terms of textures, the orange-colored object has a smooth, fluid-like appearance, as if it were flowing or moving in some way. This texture creates a sense of dynamic movement within the image, even though the object itself is stationary.