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Published on: November 15, 2013
Flux density measurements of quasar 3C279 suggest a new model for its apparent superluminal expansion. This research offers an alternative explanation for the observed rapid source expansion rate.
Area of Science:
- Astronomy
- Astrophysics
- Cosmology
Background:
- Quasistellar radio source 3C279 exhibits an apparent expansion rate exceeding the speed of light.
- Previous models struggle to fully account for this superluminal motion.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the variation in total flux density of 3C279.
- To propose an alternative model explaining the observed apparent superluminal expansion rate.
Main Methods:
- Monitoring the total flux density of 3C279 over time.
- Analyzing the flux density variations to infer source behavior.
Main Results:
- Measurements reveal variations in the total flux density of 3C279.
- These variations provide evidence supporting an alternate model for the source's expansion.
Conclusions:
- The proposed alternate model offers a viable explanation for 3C279's apparent superluminal expansion.
- Further research is warranted to validate this new model.
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