How to search for AGB stars in the near-IR post-starburst spectra
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Based on evolutionary spectral synthesis models explicitly including the spectra of variable AGB stars, we select near-IR features that dentify the strong O-rich or C-rich AGB contributions to the near-IR light of post-starburst populations. AGB temperature scales and lifetimes remain major sources of uncertainties. We discuss applications and suggest massive post-starburst clusters as prime targets for observational tests.
4 pages, 3figures, accepted for publication in A&A Letters
4 pages, 3figures, accepted for publication in A&A Letters