Physics and observations of the extragalactic jets
by
Lukasz Stawarz(KIPAC, Stanford University, USA)
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Europe/Stockholm
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Description
In this talk I will review the most recent observational results regarding spectral properties of the broad-band emission of AGN jets produced at different (sub-pc to Mpc) scales. Next I will identify the most relevant radiative processes involved, discuss the energy spectra of ultrarelativistic particles needed to produce the observed emission, and comment on the appropriate particle acceleration/energy dissipation mechanisms. Finally, I will summarize the resulting constrains on physical parameters of extragalactic relativistic outflows, such as a dynamical role and a structure of the jet magnetic field.