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Black Hole Ergosphere with Professor Geraint Lewis (214)

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Dr Karl has his mind blown by the Ergosphere. Black Holes reveal themselves as engine rooms of the Universe. Spinning Black Holes add another dimension. Who knew they spun? Who knew that made such a difference? Professor Geraint Lewis on the evolving science of darkness. www.geraintflewis.com http://drkarl.com

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