Towards Resolving the Evolution of Multi-Supernova Superbubbles

Abstract

Interstellar superbubbles generated by multiple supernova explosions are common in star-forming galaxies. They are the most obvious manifestation of mechanical feedback, and are largely responsible for transferring both thermal and kinetic energy to the interstellar medium from the massive star population. However, the details of this energy transfer remain surprisingly murky when individual objects are studied. I will summarize what we currently know about candidate dominant processes on these scales.

Uses iaus.cls (included). Invited talk to appear in Triggered Star Formation in a Turbulent ISM, IAU Symposium 237, eds. J. Palous & B.G. Elmegreen

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