Section 16.A Active Galaxies

Question 1

Realize that “________” emit a lot more light than normal galaxies of the same size usually do.

Answer 1

active galaxies

Question 2

Recognize that evidence of acceleration of material is clear in “active galaxies.” That is the _____

Answer 2

“activity” that makes it active

Question 3

Pick which of a list of objects is or is not a type of active galaxy

Answer 3

Seyfert galaxies and radio galaxies are active kinds.

Question 4

If asked for a kind of object that often has two plumes or jets of high-speed particles coming from it, pick

Or, you could be asked why a galaxy has large plumes or jets of material exiting from it

Answer 4

• “active galaxy” or “radio galaxy.”

Question 5

If given a list of things a radio galaxy might do, pick (2 ors)

Answer 5

acceleration of particles or production of plumes.

Question 6

Know which force causes the acceleration of particles in an active galaxy and the jets of material and plumes of radio waves that
we see emerging from active galaxies

Answer 6

magnetism