How Does Angular Radius Relate to Deflection Angle in Redshift Calculations?

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The discussion focuses on the relationship between angular radius and deflection angle in redshift calculations. Participants express confusion about how to integrate the given data into the equations, particularly regarding the role of angular radius and the distance to the lensed galaxy. There is a suggestion that calculating the distance using redshift and Hubble's constant may be a valid approach. Clarification is sought on how these calculations can lead to determining the deflection angle. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the need for a clearer understanding of the mathematical relationships involved in these astrophysical concepts.
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A galaxy cluster of mass 3.0 × 1013M⊙ with known distance of 20 Mpc is observed in the centre of a bright ring, which is presumably a lensed galaxy. The angular radius of the ring from the cluster is 1.13 arcmin. The ring is observed to have a redshift of 0.0075. Assuming a value of 70kms−1Mpc−1 for the Hubble constant, determine whether the ring’s redshift distance is consistent at an accuracy of ~5% to the distance expected for the lensed galaxy to actually be located directly behind the cluster.
Relevant Equations
a=4GM/bc^2
V=H0D
I have attempted to link the equations, but I don't really understand how the data given fits. Does the angular radius get plugged in as the deflection angle?
 
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What is the distance to the lensed galaxy? How can this help you get the deflection angle?
 
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Orodruin said:
What is the distance to the lensed galaxy? How can this help you get the deflection angle?

Ahhh, thank you, so I calculate the distance using the redshift and hubbles constant? Am I on the right lines with the equations I am using?
 
Orodruin said:
What is the distance to the lensed galaxy? How can this help you get the deflection angle?
Does this look like I'm headed on the right track?
 

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