The high resolution X-ray spectrum of SNR 0506-68 using XMM-Newton

Abstract

Aims: We study the supernova remnant 0506-68 in order to obtain detailed information about, among other things, the ionisation state and age of the ionised plasma. Methods: Using the Reflection Grating Spectrometer (RGS) onboard the XMM-Newton satellite we are able to take detailed spectra of the remnant. In addition, we use the MOS data to obtain spectral information at higher energies. Results: The spectrum shows signs of recombination and we derive the conditions for which the remnant and SNR in general are able to cool rapidly enough to become over-ionised. The elemental abundances found are mostly in agreement with the mean LMC abundances. Our models and calculations favour the lower age estimate mentioned in the literature of $\sim 4000$ year.

8 pages, 9 figures

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