The structure and mass function of the globular cluster M3

Details The structure and mass function of the globular cluster M3 The structure and mass function of the globular cluster M3

May 1976

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Astrophysical Journal, vol. 206, May 15, 1976, pt. 1, p. 128-137.

Astronomy and Astrophysics

Astrophysics

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Astronomical Models, Globular Clusters, Mass Distribution, Star Distribution, Stellar Luminosity, Luminous Intensity, Poisson Equation, Radial Distribution, Stellar Mass, White Dwarf Stars

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A detailed dynamical model of the globular cluster M3 is presented. The model is tidally limited and includes a realistic distribution of stellar masses. It is used to derive a total luminosity function for the cluster from the published luminosity function, and to give estimates of its total mass and M/L ratio. The model gives an excellent fit to the observed radial distribution of surface brightness and star counts over five decades in surface brightness; a good fit is not possible with the corresponding single-mass models.

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