The Formation of Brightest Cluster Galaxies

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Jul 2008

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HST Proposal ID #11841. Cycle 17

Physics

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We propose Chandra and HST observations of a unique low redshift cluster in which the Brightest Cluster Galaxy {BCG} is in the process of forming. The Chandra observations will be used to study the impact of BCG formation on the properties of the intracluster medium. We will test whether galaxy merging can destroy cool cores and disrupt hot gas halos. We will also explore the role of intracluster stars in enriching the intracluster medium. The HST observations will be used to search for extended tidal features and young star clusters and to estimate the final stellar mass of the BCG. The low redshift of our target allows a more detailed study of BCG formation than is possible with higher redshift systems.;

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