The Center of the Circinus Galaxy in X Rays . ... Chandra , NASA Explanation: Are black holes the cause of X-rays that pour out from the center of the Circinus galaxy ? ... Extended X-ray emission from the center appears to match optical light and appears consistent with a model where hot gas is escaping from a supermassive black hole at Circinus' center . ... NASA Web Site Statements, Warnings, and Disclaimers . NASA Official: Jay Norris. ... A service of: LHEA at NASA / GSFC . ...