Predictions of quasar clustering: Redshift, luminosity and selection dependence

Robert J. Thacker, Evan Scannapieco, H. M P Couchman, Mark Richardson

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Abstract

We show that current clustering observations of quasars and luminous AGN can be explained by a merger model augmented by feedback from outflows. Using numerical simulations large enough to study clustering out to 25 comoving h -1 Mpc, we calculate correlation functions, biases, and correlation lengths as a function of AGN redshift and optical and X-ray luminosity. At optical wavelengths, our results match a wide range of current observations and generate predictions for future data sets. However, at redshifts z > 3, our results do not match the rapid evolution of the correlation length observed in the SDSS, a discrepancy that is at least partially due to differences in the scales probed by our simulation versus this survey. In the X-ray, our simulations produce correlation lengths similar to what is observed in the Chandra Deep Field (CDF) North, but not the significantly larger correlation length observed in the CDF South.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationMonster's Fiery Breath
Subtitle of host publicationFeedback in Galaxies, Groups, and Clusters - Proceedings of the International Conference
Pages64-67
Number of pages4
DOIs
StatePublished - 2009
EventInternational Conference on Monster's Fiery Breath: Feedback in Galaxies, Groups, and Clusters - Madison, WI, United States
Duration: Jun 1 2009Jun 5 2009

Publication series

NameAIP Conference Proceedings
Volume1201
ISSN (Print)0094-243X
ISSN (Electronic)1551-7616

Other

OtherInternational Conference on Monster's Fiery Breath: Feedback in Galaxies, Groups, and Clusters
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityMadison, WI
Period6/1/096/5/09

Keywords

  • Galaxies: evolution
  • Quasars: general

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Physics and Astronomy

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