A morphology-density relation for clusters of galaxies

Details A morphology-density relation for clusters of galaxies A morphology-density relation for clusters of galaxies

Nov 1990

adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=1990apj...363..331s&link_type=abstract

Astrophysical Journal, Part 1 (ISSN 0004-637X), vol. 363, Nov. 10, 1990, p. 331-339. Research supported by NSERC.

Other

7

Cosmology, Galactic Clusters, Galactic Evolution, Galactic Structure, Luminosity, Morphology, Universe

Scientific paper

The discovery of a morphology-density relation for clusters of galaxies is reported, analogous to the dependence of galaxy types on local galaxy density. The relationship is such that flattened and linear clusters (Rood-Sastry types F and L) occur predominantly in rich supercluster environments, while rounder or more amorphous clusters (Rood-Sastry types C and I) are much more prevalent in low-density regions. A clear trend in the relative fractions of C+I and L+F clusters is seen in denser and denser regions. The occurrence of cD and B type clusters, on the other hand, is independent of local cluster density. Bautz-Morgan classifications also show no correlation with cluster environment.

Affiliated with

Also associated with

No associations

Rating

A morphology-density relation for clusters of 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 morphology-density relation for clusters of galaxies, we encourage you to share that experience with our LandOfFree.com community. Your opinion is very important and A morphology-density relation for clusters of galaxies will most certainly appreciate the feedback.

Rate now

Comments { 0 }

Profile ID: LFWR-SCP-O-839610