Data on the Velocity of the Celestial Bodies Orbiting a Galaxy

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the search for data on the velocities of celestial bodies orbiting a galaxy, particularly in relation to dark matter research. Participants are seeking sources of scientific data that support the hypothesis of dark matter.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant requests information on where to find individual velocities of celestial bodies in galaxies, linking this to the hypothesis of dark matter.
  • Another participant suggests that scientific publications and references from a Wikipedia article could be useful starting points for finding the needed data.
  • A third participant expresses gratitude, indicating they have found the information they were looking for.
  • A later reply highlights the significance of Vera Rubin's work in the context of dark matter research, suggesting her contributions are underappreciated.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

The discussion does not present any explicit disagreements, but it reflects a collective interest in finding data related to dark matter and acknowledges the contributions of specific researchers.

Contextual Notes

Participants do not specify the exact nature of the data they are seeking, nor do they clarify the specific characteristics of dark matter they are investigating. The references mentioned are not detailed, leaving the scope of available data somewhat ambiguous.

Who May Find This Useful

Researchers and students interested in dark matter, astrophysics, and the dynamics of celestial bodies within galaxies may find this discussion relevant.

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I am currently researching about the behavior of dark matter and their possible characteristics, and I am needing the individual velocities of the bodies orbiting a center of a galaxy. The collection of data where physicists hypothesized the existence of Dark Matter. Where can I find these data? If ever possible.

Thank you in advance.
 
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ecastro said:
I am currently researching about the behavior of dark matter and their possible characteristics, and I am needing the individual velocities of the bodies orbiting a center of a galaxy. The collection of data where physicists hypothesized the existence of Dark Matter. Where can I find these data? If ever possible.
In scientific publications. The references in this wikipedia article should be a good starting point.
 
Thanks a lot! I think I found what I need.
 
Be sure to click on that link in the wiki for Vera Rubin. She seems an amazing researcher and receives far too little credit for the storm she caused.
 

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