Spectrum of flux for a synchrontron source

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The spectrum of flux for a synchrotron source, such as an Active Galactic Nucleus (AGN), exhibits a decline at low frequencies, raising questions about the underlying mechanisms. The discussion seeks to clarify what constitutes "low frequency," specifically whether it refers to infrared, visible, X-ray, or gamma-ray ranges. Participants are encouraged to explore the implications of this drop-off in flux and its significance in astrophysical contexts. The provided links may offer additional insights into the topic. Understanding the nature of low-frequency emissions is crucial for comprehending synchrotron radiation behavior.
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The spectrum of flux for a synchrontron source ( AGN for example) drops off at low frequencies. Is that a sensible situation? How comes??
 
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I don't know if this helps - http://www.vlti.org/events/assets/1/proceedings/6.5_Tristram.pdf - http://www.vlti.org/events/assets/1/proceedings/6.5_Tristram.pdf

What does one mean by low frequency? IR, visible, X-ray as opposed to gamma-ray?
 
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