The spectral and spatial distribution of radiation from Eta Carinae. II High-resolution infrared maps of the Homunculus

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Astronomical Maps, Infrared Astronomy, Interstellar Matter, Nebulae, Radiation Distribution, Spatial Distribution, Spectral Energy Distribution, High Resolution, Infrared Spectra, Stellar Evolution, Stellar Mass Ejection

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The spectral and spatial distribution of radiation from Eta Carinae II and high-resolution infrared maps of the Homunculus are presented. It is found that at the resolution of 1.1 arcsec the source is resolved into two intensity peaks at four wavelengths from 3.6 to 11.2 microns. The separation of the two peaks with wavelength is discussed, concluding that they are produced by an asymmetrical distribution of dust formed by extensive mass loss from the central source. The extension of the wings of the source at various wavelengths provide confirmatory evidence for an enrichment of a grain species such as corundum, relative to silicate material in the outer regions of the source.

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