We propose EPIC observations of the X-ray bright BLRG 3C 390.3. This is the onlyradio-loud AGN whose ASCA spectrum indicates a relatively narrow, strong FeK-alpha line with a disk-like profile. The high sensitivity of EPIC will allowusto resolve the line profile, testing origins for the line and discriminatingamong competing accretion scenarios. In addition, 3C 390.3 exhibits both a coldand a warm absorber at soft X-rays. The RGS will probe the ionization anddynamical states of the absorbers for the first time in a BLRG.
Instrument
EMOS1, EMOS2, EPN, OM, RGS1, RGS2
Temporal Coverage
2004-10-08T19:43:26Z/2004-10-17T14:46:12Z
Version
17.56_20190403_1200
Mission Description
The European Space Agencys (ESA) X-ray Multi-Mirror Mission (XMM-Newton) was launched by an Ariane 504 on December 10th 1999. XMM-Newton is ESAs 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 Earths 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.
European Space Agency, Dr RITA SAMBRUNA, 2005, 'ACCRETION AND OUTFLOW IN THE BROAD LINE RADIO GALAXY 3C 390.3', 17.56_20190403_1200, European Space Agency, https://doi.org/10.5270/esa-cpbt6uy
