Abstract
NGC 3310 is a well-studied starburst galaxy thought to have merged with a companion galaxy. It has several known tidal features surrounding the main disk, as well as two large H I tails extending to the north and south. In order to explore this system's low surface brightness features, we obtained deep V- and R-band data on the WIYN 0.9 m telescope in Kitt Peak, Arizona. These data reveal a new closed loop consisting of stars emerging from the eastern side of the disk and rejoining in the north. This faint structure seems to be distinct from the rest of the shells surrounding NGC 3310. It appears to consist of tidal debris from a companion galaxy and is the first of its kind to be detected in a starburst galaxy. We discuss implications of this new loop and present V-band photometry on morphologically defined regions of debris in this system.
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.
