Abstract
The wealth of high quality data now available on the M87 jet inspired us to carry out a detailed analysis of the plasma physical conditions in the jet. In a companion paper (Lobanov et al., NewAR, this issue) we identify a double-helix structure within the jet, and apply Kelvin–Helmholtz stability analysis to determine the physical state of the jet plasma. In this paper we treat the jet as a test case for in situ particle acceleration. We find that plasma turbulence is likely to exist at levels which can maintain the energy of electrons radiating in the radio to optical range, consistent with the broadband spectrum of the jet.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
