We propose to study the SB-AGN connection in a representative sample of Seyfert2 galaxies in which the stellar population have been analysed usingstate-of-the-art population synthesis models in the optical-UV. By extending theresults of the optical modeling to X-rays, we can infer the amount of energy inthe X band produced by the SB and compare it with the energy from the centralengine. Interestingly, this will allow us to elucidate the nature of the softX-ray emission in Seyfert 2s, which is still largely unknown. The lack of wellstudied samples of Seyfert 2s which explore the complementary informationprovided by optical-UV and X-ray observations in a consistent and well definedmanner justifies further analysis using high quality data such as those proposed here.
Instrument
EMOS1, EMOS2, EPN, OM, RGS1, RGS2
Temporal Coverage
2007-02-01T11:32:43Z/2007-05-01T00:43:31Z
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 Elena Jimenez-Bailon, 2008, 'X-ray Emission of Seyfert 2 Galaxies: Contribution of Star-Forming Processes', 17.56_20190403_1200, European Space Agency, https://doi.org/10.5270/esa-49tn9w4
