Self-similarity of clusters of galaxies and the L_X-T relation

Abstract

In this paper based on ROSAT/PSPC data we investigate the emission measure profiles of a sample of hot clusters of galaxies (kT>3.5keV) in order to explain the differences between observed and theoretically predicted L_X-T relation. Looking at the form of the emission measure profiles as well as their normalizations we find clear indication that indeed the profiles have similar shapes once scaled to the virial radius, however, the normalization of the profiles shows a strong temperature dependence. We introduce a M_gas-T relation with the dependence M_gas propto T^1.94. This relationship explains the observed L_X-T relation and reduces the scatter in the scaled profiles by a factor of 2 when compared to the classical scaling. We interpret this finding as strong indication that the M_gas-T relation in clusters deviates from classical scaling.

4 pages including 4 figures, accepted for publication in A&A Letters

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