The polarization of thermal radiation from supermassive accretion disks
Journal Article
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· Astrophysical Journal; (USA)
- Texas Univ., Austin (USA)
Thermal radiation from an accretion disk is a promising explanation for the optical-ultraviolet bump noted in the spectra of active galactic nuclei. However, the expected polarization of radiation from a standard thin disk conflicts with observation. The polarization of light emitted by a thin disk with a rough surface and by a thick disk (radiation torus) is computed. Improved agreement with observations is found, particularly in the case of a thick disk. 20 refs.
- OSTI ID:
- 6061962
- Journal Information:
- Astrophysical Journal; (USA), Journal Name: Astrophysical Journal; (USA) Vol. 363; ISSN ASJOA; ISSN 0004-637X
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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