Size of the broad-line region in the Seyfert galaxy NGC 4151
Cross-correlation analysis of broad emission-line and optical continuum fluxes obtained from new spectro-photometric observations of NGC 4151 is used to estimate the size of the broad-line region (BLR) in this galaxy. The size of the BLR is found to be about 6 lt-days, though this may easily be in error by a factor of two. While the uncertainty is rather large, it is emphasized that this is a considerable improvement over previous determinations in which the magnitude of the uncertainties was not fully appreciated. It is also pointed out that there is insufficient evidence to support earlier claims that the different BLR radii inferred from cross-correlation of different broad lines with the continuum provide evidence for ionization stratification within the BLR. 39 references.
- Research Organization:
- Perkins Observatory, Delaware, OH (USA)
- OSTI ID:
- 7067549
- Journal Information:
- Astrophys. J.; (United States), Journal Name: Astrophys. J.; (United States) Vol. 330; ISSN ASJOA
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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