Accreting Collection

X-ray binary system, artwork. X-ray binary star system, artwork. Material is being gravitationally drawn from a red giant star (upper left) by a black hole (lower right)

Supermassive black hole, artwork C016 / 9724
Supermassive black hole. Artwork of an accretion disc of infalling material (orange) and a high-energy particle jet (blue) associated with a supermassive black hole at the centre of a galaxy

Mrk 231 galactic black hole, artwork C015 / 0792
Mrk 231 galactic black hole. Artwork of the environment around the supermassive black hole at the centre of the galaxy Markarian 231

W33A protostar accretion disc, artwork C015 / 0806
W33A protostar accretion disc. Artwork of the accretion disc (yellow-orange), the outer torus (cloudy, dusty ring), and polar outflow jets (blue)

Planet formation, early solar system
Planet formation in the early solar system, artwork. Early in the life of the solar system there was a large amount of debris orbiting in a disc around the newly-formed Sun

Planetary formation, computer artwork
Planetary formation. Computer artwork of numerous small rocky bodies (planetessimals) accreting to form a planet in the early Solar System

Diagram of comms satellites linked by lasers
Laser satellite communication. Artwork of the laser bridge concept for linking communications satellites in orbit. At present (1995)

X-ray binary, artwork
X-ray binary star system, artwork. Material is being gravitationally drawn from the giant blue star (right) by a black hole (left). The material has formed an accretion disc around the black hole

Variable star. Artwork of a variable Mira-type binary star system, seen from the surface of a nearby planet. The system, which consists of a large red giant star (left)

Planetary formation, conceptual artwork
Planetary formation, conceptual computer artwork

Prehistoric black hole, conceptual image

Planetary formation, artwork
Planetary formation. Computer artwork of small rocky bodies (planetesimals) accreting with a protoplanet in the early Solar System

Active galactic nucleus, artwork
Active galactic nucleus (AGN), computer artwork. An AGN is a galactic core that emits a higher luminosity than can be produced by the galaxys stars alone

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"Accreting: The Cosmic Dance of Matter and Gravity" In the depths of space, a mesmerizing phenomenon unfolds - accreting. Like an intricate ballet, matter spirals towards its gravitational partner, creating breathtaking celestial spectacles. At the heart of this cosmic dance lies the enigmatic black hole. A voracious entity that devours everything in its path, it pulls matter into its dark abyss with an irresistible force. In awe-inspiring X-ray binary systems, we witness this captivating interplay between a compact object and a companion star. Artworks depict supermassive black holes reigning over galaxies like majestic rulers. Their immense gravity commands respect as they continuously accumulate mass from their surroundings. Behold Mrk 231 galactic black hole's artwork; it captures the sheer power emanating from these colossal entities. Another stunning portrayal showcases a W33A protostar surrounded by an accretion disc - a swirling disk of gas and dust that nurtures stellar birth. This captivating artwork (C015 / 0806) invites us to marvel at nature's ability to create new stars amidst chaos. But accretion is not limited to celestial giants alone; even planets form through this process within our early solar system. Computer-generated artworks transport us back in time as we witness planetary formation unfolding before our eyes – chaotic collisions shaping worlds yet unseen. The early solar system comes alive in vibrant illustrations where rocky bodies coalesce under the watchful eye of gravity's embrace. These computer artworks reveal how tiny particles gradually merge together, birthing planets destined for greatness. As we delve deeper into understanding planetary formation, more intricate computer-generated masterpieces emerge – each stroke revealing secrets hidden within cosmic dust clouds. These ethereal creations remind us that every planet has its own unique story etched upon its surface. Accreting unveils the grandeur and complexity inherent in our universe's evolution – reminding us that even amidst darkness, beauty and creation persist.