Outskirts of Galaxy Clusters (IAU C195): Intense Life in the Suburbs (Proceedings of the International Astronomical Union Symposia and Colloquia)

Cambridge University Press
Edition: Illustrated, 12/16/2004
EAN 9780521849081, ISBN10: 052184908X

Hardcover, 582 pages, 25.4 x 18.3 x 3.6 cm
Language: English

This book contains the proceedings of the International Astronomical Union Colloquium no. 195, held in Torino, Italy in 2004. The meeting investigated the formation of galaxies within a full cosmological context, focusing on the outer regions of galaxy clusters. The observed correlation of optical and radio properties of galaxies with their environment indicates that the formation and evolution of galaxies is intimately linked to the formation of large scale structure. With chapters written by leading authorities in the field, this timely volume investigates the role of the environment in determining the properties of galaxies. It describes the distribution of matter and galaxies on the largest scales in the Universe, the processes of cluster and galaxy formation, their role and interplay. This is a valuable collection of review articles for professional astronomers.

Part I. The Cosmic Web
A. The matter distribution
B. Theoretical tools
C. Clusters in action
Part II. Formation and Evolution of Galaxy Clusters
A. Diffuse baryons
B. Building clusters
C. Theoreticians at work. Part III. Formation and Transformation of Galaxies
A. Nurture and genetics of galaxies
B. Building galaxies
C. The galaxy melting pot.