This TEDEd video explores the fascinating (and slightly scary) question: could a black hole ever consume Earth? Along the way, it explains what black holes are, how their intense gravity works, and why Earth is safe from being swallowed. Viewers learn about event horizons (the 'point of no return' around a black hole) and the importance of distance in space. By answering a dramatic question, the video teaches core physics and astronomy concepts, inspiring curiosity about cosmic phenomena and even careers in space science.
This TEDEd video explores the fascinating (and slightly scary) question: could a black hole ever consume Earth? Along the way, it explains what black holes are, how their intense gravity works, and why Earth is safe from being swallowed. Viewers learn about event horizons (the 'point of no return' around a black hole) and the importance of distance in space. By answering a dramatic question, the video teaches core physics and astronomy concepts, inspiring curiosity about cosmic phenomena and even careers in space science.
