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Name 009114
Title XMM observation of cool clusters: the role of galaxy feedback
URL

https://nxsa.esac.esa.int/nxsa-sl/servlet/data-action-aio?obsno=0091140201
https://nxsa.esac.esa.int/nxsa-sl/servlet/data-action-aio?obsno=0091140401

DOI https://doi.org/10.5270/esa-1alquro
Author Dr Monique Arnaud
Description We propose to do high throughput spatialy resolved spectroscopy, with XMM,
on a sample of 4 cool clusters (T = 2-3 keV) in the redshift range z=0.04-0.06.
XMM/EPIC is the best instrument to measure the temperature and abundance
profiles in these objects, up to large radii from the center. We will thus be
able to estimate accuratly the gas entropy distribution, the relative
distribution of the gas and the dark matter, the abundance of Iron and \alpha
elements and their gradients. These are the key constrains on the
chemical and thermodynamical history of the gas. This will allow a major step
forward in our understanding of the role of galaxy feedback in cluster
evolution.
Publication No observations found associated with the current proposal
Instrument EMOS1, EMOS2, EPN, OM, RGS1, RGS2
Temporal Coverage 2001-08-21T02:42:16Z/2002-02-15T00:03:21Z
Version 17.56_20190403_1200
Mission Description The European Space Agency's (ESA) X-ray Multi-Mirror Mission (XMM-Newton) was launched by an Ariane 504 on December 10th 1999. XMM-Newton is ESA's second cornerstone of the Horizon 2000 Science Programme. It carries 3 high throughput X-ray telescopes with an unprecedented effective area, and an optical monitor, the first flown on a X-ray observatory. The large collecting area and ability to make long uninterrupted exposures provide highly sensitive observations.
Since Earth's atmosphere blocks out all X-rays, only a telescope in space can detect and study celestial X-ray sources. The XMM-Newton mission is helping scientists to solve a number of cosmic mysteries, ranging from the enigmatic black holes to the origins of the Universe itself. Observing time on XMM-Newton is being made available to the scientific community, applying for observational periods on a competitive basis.
Creator Contact https://www.cosmos.esa.int/web/xmm-newton/xmm-newton-helpdesk
Date Published 2003-03-06T00:00:00Z
Publisher And Registrant European Space Agency
Credit Guidelines European Space Agency, Dr Monique Arnaud, 2003, 009114, 17.56_20190403_1200, European Space Agency, https://doi.org/10.5270/esa-1alquro