What is the origin of synchrotron radiation in radio galaxies?

A. neutron stars at the center of the radio galaxy
B. supernova explosions
C. radiation from a massive black hole at the center of the galaxy
D. high-speed electrons spiraling around the magnetic field lines
E. hydrogen gas


Answer: D

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