We propose XMM-Newton observations of CGCG 049-033, a unique radio galaxy conta-ining a highly polarized giant radio jet and a single radio lobe. The peculiarradio structure of the radio galaxy implies a highly unusual hot-gasenvironment. SDSS images and spectra show that the host galaxy is the dominantmember of a group of galaxies interacting with the nearby poor cluster Abell2040. Our proposed observations will characterise the environment of the radiosource and determine why it produces the observed radio structures. Bydetermining physical conditions in the external medium, we will investigate theconfinement of this large-scale jet. Finally, we will search for any evidence ofX-ray emission from the jet itself.
Instrument
EMOS1, EMOS2, EPN, OM, RGS1, RGS2
Temporal Coverage
2011-07-17T11:08:02Z/2011-07-18T01:33:20Z
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 Chiranjib Konar, 2012, 'Probing a giant radio jet and its environs with X-ray observations', 17.56_20190403_1200, European Space Agency, https://doi.org/10.5270/esa-ljuky29
