Published 1989 | Version v1
Journal article

Radio polarization and magnetic fields in six supernova remnants

  • 1. Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization, Epping (Australia). Div. of Radiophysics
  • 2. Dominion Radio Astrophysics Observatory, Penticton, BC (Canada)

Description

8.4 GHz linear polarization maps, obtained with the Parkes radio telescope, are presented for six southern supernova remnants. These results are compared with published and unpublished polarization maps at 5 GHz to derive the magnetic field direction and Faraday rotation measure distribution. These results are part of a program to map the magnetic fields in galactic supernova remnants and complement our program to obtain high-resolution maps of galactic SNRs using the Molonglo Observatory Synthesis Telescope; five new Molonglo maps are presented here. 26 refs., figs

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Journal Title
Proceedings of the Astronomical Society of Australia
Journal Volume
8
Journal Issue
2
Series
Proc. Astron. Soc. Aust.
Journal Page Range
187-194
ISSN
0066-9997
CODEN
AAUPB