Radio properties of a complete sample of nearby groups of galaxies

Kolokythas, Konstantinos (2015). Radio properties of a complete sample of nearby groups of galaxies. University of Birmingham. Ph.D.

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Abstract

Much of the evolution of galaxies takes place in groups where feedback has the greatest impact on galaxy formation. By using an optically selected, statistically complete sample of 53 nearby groups (CLoGS), observed at radio (GMRT) and X-ray (Chandra and XMM-Newton) frequencies, we aim to characterise the radio-AGN population in groups and examine their impact on the intra-group gas and member galaxies. In this dissertation, low-frequency GMRT radio images of the nearby (<80 Mpc) central brightest group ellipticals from the high richness CLoGS sub-sample are presented for the first time at 235 and 610 MHz. Using the sensitivity to older electron populations at 235 MHz and the resolution of 610 MHz as a key to identify past and current AGN activity, a detailed analysis of the radio properties for each of the central group radio sources is performed, with the results being in addition combined with findings from the X-ray observations.

Type of Work: Thesis (Doctorates > Ph.D.)
Award Type: Doctorates > Ph.D.
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Raychaudhury, SomakUNSPECIFIEDUNSPECIFIED
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College/Faculty: Colleges (2008 onwards) > College of Engineering & Physical Sciences
School or Department: School of Physics and Astronomy
Funders: None/not applicable
Subjects: Q Science > QB Astronomy
URI: http://etheses.bham.ac.uk/id/eprint/6022

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