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The tricky line of sight towards Cygnus-X: The [DB2001] CL05 embedded cluster as a pilot case

  • D. de la Fuente
  • , C. G. Román-Zúñiga
  • , E. Jiménez-Bailón
  • , J. Alves
  • , S. Venus

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Abstract

The nearest massive star-forming complex, Cygnus-X, is widely used as a laboratory for star cluster formation and feedback processes, under the implicit assumption that all its components are located roughly at the same distance. We present a multi-wavelength study of a 15' × 15' field in southern Cygnus-X, where different components involving clustered star formation are overlapped. Preliminary results indicate that the Berkeley 87 and [DB2001] CL05 clusters are actually located at very different distances, invalidating previous claims of physical interaction between them. This shows the importance of a careful treatment of extinction and distance calculations for cluster formation studies, particularly in Cygnus-X.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationHighlights on Spanish Astrophysics X
Subtitle of host publicationProceedings of the XIII Scientific Meeting of the Spanish Astronomical Society held on July 16-20, 2018, in Salamanca, Spain
EditorsB. Montesinos
Pages296-301
Publication statusPublished - Mar 2019
EventXIII Sientific Meeting of the Spanish Astronomical Society - Salamanca, Spain
Duration: 16 Jul 201820 Jul 2018

Conference

ConferenceXIII Sientific Meeting of the Spanish Astronomical Society
Country/TerritorySpain
CitySalamanca
Period16/07/1820/07/18

Austrian Fields of Science 2012

  • 103003 Astronomy
  • 103004 Astrophysics

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