Sloshing, Shocks, and Bubbles in Clusters of Galaxies
Abstract
Chandra X-ray observations of clusters of galaxies reveal, with exquisite detail, complex structures in the X-ray emission related to feedback from AGN in cluster cores as well as sloshing features related to cluster-cluster interactions. In Abell 2052, multiple sets of bubbles are observed and at least one shock driven by AGN feedback is confirmed with a measured temperature rise. A merger-induced sloshing spiral is detected with cooler temperatures and higher abundances than its surroundings. In Abell 2029, the largest continuous sloshing spiral is revealed. The sloshing gas appears to be interacting with the central AGN's radio lobes causing them to distort. Sloshing may be an important mechanism for the creation of bent, wide-angle tail radio sources. We are using these types of radio sources as signposts for high-redshift clusters since they attain their morphologies through interaction with the surrounding intracluster medium.
- Publication:
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IAU General Assembly
- Pub Date:
- August 2015
- Bibcode:
- 2015IAUGA..2257563B