Astronomy and Astrophysics – Astrophysics
Scientific paper
2004-10-22
Astronomy and Astrophysics
Astrophysics
8 pages, 3 figures, Invited Talk, Starbursts--From 30 Doradus to Lyman-Break Galaxies, ed. R. de Grijs & R. M. Gonzalez Delgad
Scientific paper
Recent observational and theoretical results on starburst galaxies related to the wavelength regime below 1200 A are discussed. The review covers stars, dust, as well as hot and cold gas. This wavelength region follows trends similar to those seen at longer wavelengths, with several notable exceptions. Even the youngest stellar populations show a turn-over in their spectral energy distributions, and line-blanketing is much more pronounced. Furthermore, the O VI line allows one to probe gas at higher temperatures than possible with lines at longer wavelengths. Molecular hydrogen lines (if detected) provide a glimpse of the cold phase. I cover the crucial wavelength regime below 912 A and the implications of recent attempts to detect the escaping ionizing radiation.
No associations
LandOfFree
A Far-Ultraviolet View of Starburst Galaxies does not yet have a rating. At this time, there are no reviews or comments for this scientific paper.
If you have personal experience with A Far-Ultraviolet View of Starburst Galaxies, we encourage you to share that experience with our LandOfFree.com community. Your opinion is very important and A Far-Ultraviolet View of Starburst Galaxies will most certainly appreciate the feedback.
Profile ID: LFWR-SCP-O-424356