Distribution functions for spherical galaxies

Details Distribution functions for spherical galaxies Distribution functions for spherical galaxies

Jun 1985

adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=1985mnras.214p..25m&link_type=abstract

Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society (ISSN 0035-8711), vol. 214, June 1, 1985, p. 25P-28P.

Astronomy and Astrophysics

Astronomy

59

Distribution Functions, Galactic Structure, Velocity Distribution, Anisotropic Media, Brightness Distribution, Radial Velocity, Spheres

Scientific paper

A family of anisotropic distribution functions is derived that correspond exactly to the spherical density law ρ(r) ∝ r-2(1+r)-2, suggested by Jaffe for describing giant elliptical galaxies. The family is characterized by a single free parameter that specifies the degree of velocity anisotropy, from isotropic to completely radial. Both the distribution functions, and the equations describing the radial variation of the velocity dispersion, can be expressed in terms of simple functions.

Affiliated with

Also associated with

No associations

Rating

Distribution functions for spherical 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 Distribution functions for spherical galaxies, we encourage you to share that experience with our LandOfFree.com community. Your opinion is very important and Distribution functions for spherical galaxies will most certainly appreciate the feedback.

Rate now

Comments { 0 }

Profile ID: LFWR-SCP-O-1669036