Cool outflows in galaxies and their implications


Type
Article
Change log
Authors
Veilleux, S 
Maiolino, R 
Bolatto, AD 
Aalto, S 
Abstract

Neutral-atomic and molecular outflows are a common occurrence in galaxies, near and far. They operate over the full extent of their galaxy hosts, from the innermost regions of galactic nuclei to the outermost reaches of galaxy halos. They carry a substantial amount of material that would otherwise have been used to form new stars. These cool outflows may have a profound impact on the evolution of their host galaxies and environments. This article provides an overview of the basic physics of cool outflows, a comprehensive assessment of the observational techniques and diagnostic tools used to characterize them, a detailed description of the best-studied cases, and a more general discussion of the statistical properties of these outflows in the local and distant universe. The remaining outstanding issues that have not yet been resolved are summarized at the end of the review to inspire new research directions.

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Keywords
Galaxies, active, Evolution, Halo, Kinematics and dynamics, Starburst
Journal Title
Astronomy and Astrophysics Review
Conference Name
Journal ISSN
0935-4956
1432-0754
Volume Title
28
Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Rights
All rights reserved
Sponsorship
European Research Council (695671)
Science and Technology Facilities Council (ST/M001172/1)
STFC and ERC