Polarization Mapping of the Optical Jet in 3C273

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Jul 1991

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HST Proposal ID #2451

Physics

Hst Proposal Id #2451

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3C273 is one of the nearest known quasars and has a (relatively) high surface brightness optical jet extending 25" from the nucleus. We expect that high resolution optical polarization maps will reveal much structure unresolved from the ground. These maps will be compared with computer simulations which include the magnetic field. Radio polarization maps of comparable resolution will be used to further define the physical state of the jet by providing depolarization and rotation measure maps. By such means it is hoped to identify the in situ acceleration mechanism powering the optical emission, and to set limits on the properties of the surrounding medium.

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