'Peculiar galaxies' presentation slideshows

AY16 March 20, 2008 Galaxies

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AY16 March 20, 2008 Galaxies

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Physical and Mathematical Basics of Stellar Dynamics (best textbook: Binney and Tremaine 1997)

Physical and Mathematical Basics of Stellar Dynamics (best textbook: Binney and Tremaine 1997). Basic Questions: What is the total mass distribution M(<r), or r ( r ) ? mass in stars/gas? On what orbits do the stars move? Why do they move on these orbits?

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ACTIVE GALAXIES and GALAXY EVOLUTION

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Galaxies

Galaxies. Galaxies. A galaxy is made of billions of stars, dust, and gas all held together by gravity. Galaxies are scattered throughout the Universe. They vary greatly in size and shape. Not all galaxies look alike. Galaxies come in a variety of shapes.

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