Physical conditions, dynamics, and mass distribution in the center of the GalaxyRecent observations and theoretical models of the Galactic center (GC) are reviewed. An overview of phenomena seen in the GC is given, including the stellar cluster, radio continuum emission and interstellar clouds, the Sgr A complex, and X-ray and gamma emission. Also discussed are the energetics and physical conditions in the central 4 pc (star burst or central source?); the circumnuclear ring, ionized streamers, and relativistic and hot gas in the cavity; the mass distribution and the possibility of a massive black hole, and the central 0.1 pc (Sgr A and IRS 16). Diagrams, graphs, photographs, and tables of numerical data are provided.
Document ID
19880026023
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Genzel, R. (Max-Planck-Institut fuer Physik und Astrophysik Garching, Federal Republic of Germany, United States)
Townes, C. H. (California, University Berkeley, United States)