Abstract
We have used Chandra archival observations of 19 galaxies hosting LINERs to explore the morphology and source population of their inner kiloparsec. Our goal was, in general, to determine the power source behind their nuclear X-ray emission and, in particular, to investigate the presence of an AGN. We find an AGN in 12 of the 19 galaxies in the sample. We also find that diffuse, thermal emission is common with properties very similar to what is found in normal galaxies. In 10 out of the 19 galaxies, the diffuce emission dominates the nuclear X-ray power. The X-ray point-source populations were studied by producing cumulative luminosity functions and their properties are also similar to what is found in normal galaxies.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 235-236 |
| Number of pages | 2 |
| Journal | Proceedings of the International Astronomical Union |
| Volume | 1 |
| Issue number | S230 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - 2005 |
| Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Astronomy and Astrophysics
- Space and Planetary Science
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