On the Dynamics of Galaxies with Large-Scale Magnetic Fields.
Abstract
A new model of a galaxy is described with magnetic lines of force running parallel to ring structures in the interstellar gas. The influence of the magnetic forces on the motion of the gas clouds is considered, and it is shown that stars born in a gas ring may be ejected from the ring, possibly forming spiral arms.
- Publication:
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The Astrophysical Journal
- Pub Date:
- March 1960
- DOI:
- 10.1086/146834
- Bibcode:
- 1960ApJ...131..304E