The Interaction-Activity Connection

Astronomy and Astrophysics – Astronomy

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Active Galactic Nuclei, Active Galaxies, Radio Sources (Astronomy), Radio Astronomy, Galactic Radiation, Radio Emission, Ring Galaxies, Star Formation, Rosat Mission, Very Large Array (Vla), Infrared Astronomy Satellite

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A review is presented of the numerous studies that have been undertaken to investigate the likely interaction-activity connection among galaxies. Both observational evidence and theoretical supporting models are reviewed. Some specific examples of "interactive" galaxies from the author's own research are presented: (a) the collision-induced AGN (Active Galactic Nuclei) activity in the radio jet source 3C278; and (b) the collision-induced starburst activity in the spectacular "Cartwheel" ring galaxy. Some comments are offered concerning some of the more promising theoretical investigations that are now taking place. A few words of warning are also offered about the possible misinterpretation of putative collision-induced morphologies among some galaxy samples.

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