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Can anyone inform me as to what an "active galactic nuclei" is? Thanks a lot!
AGN are the extremely bright and compact regions at the centers of galaxies. They emit large amounts of radiation across the electromagnetic spectrum, from radio waves to X-rays.
The intense radiation from AGN is caused by the accretion of matter onto a supermassive black hole at the center of the galaxy. As matter falls into the black hole, it releases enormous amounts of energy in the form of radiation.
AGN are classified based on their observed properties, such as the type of radiation they emit and the strength of their emission lines. The main types of AGN are quasars, Seyfert galaxies, blazars, and radio galaxies.
AGN play a crucial role in regulating the growth of galaxies. The energy released by AGN can heat and expel gas from the galaxy, preventing it from forming new stars. This process is known as AGN feedback.
Scientists use a variety of techniques to study AGN, including optical, infrared, and radio telescopes. They also use computer simulations to model the behavior of AGN and their impact on galaxy evolution.