X-ray spectrum and structure of the supernova remnant RX 04591+5147

Other

Scientific paper

Rate now

  [ 0.00 ] – not rated yet Voters 0   Comments 0

Details

5

Satellite Observation, Supernova Remnants, X Ray Sources, X Ray Spectra, Astronomical Satellites, Emission Spectra, Rosat Mission, X Ray Spectroscopy

Scientific paper

X-rays above 1.2 keV were observed near to the region of the supernova remnant RX 04591+5147, which was discovered by Roentgen Satellite (ROSAT). The scan profile in the 1.2-3 keV energy band shows extended emission which is consistent with the soft X-ray image observed with ROSAT. On the other hand, the scan profile above 3 keV shows a more complex structure with two bumps near to the north and south edges of the supernova remnant. The X-ray spectrum cannot be explained by the single-temperature thin thermal emission in the ionization equilibrium, but requires non-equilibrium ionization or a multi-temperature plasma. The iron K-line emission was discovered with the equivalent width of 140 +/- 90 eV (90% confidence). This also indicates that the supernova remnant has a higher temperature plasma than that determined by the ROSAT satellite. We suggest that a non-equilibrium ionization plasma can account for the overall X-ray properties over a wide energy range from the ROSAT to the Ginga bands.

No associations

LandOfFree

Say what you really think

Search LandOfFree.com for scientists and scientific papers. Rate them and share your experience with other people.

Rating

X-ray spectrum and structure of the supernova remnant RX 04591+5147 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 X-ray spectrum and structure of the supernova remnant RX 04591+5147, we encourage you to share that experience with our LandOfFree.com community. Your opinion is very important and X-ray spectrum and structure of the supernova remnant RX 04591+5147 will most certainly appreciate the feedback.

Rate now

     

Profile ID: LFWR-SCP-O-1301119

  Search
All data on this website is collected from public sources. Our data reflects the most accurate information available at the time of publication.