Kinematics of Globular Cluster Systems
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I review the field of globular cluster system (GCS) kinematics, including a brief primer on observational methods. The kinematical structures of spiral galaxy GCSs so far appear to be broadly similar. The inferred rotation and mass profiles of elliptical galaxy halos exhibit a diversity of behaviors, requiring more systematic observational and theoretical studies.
8 pages, 4 figs, invited review to appear in Globular Clusters - Guides to Galaxies (6-10 Mar 2006), eds. S.S. Larsen & T. Richtler (Springer-Verlag)
8 pages, 4 figs, invited review to appear in Globular Clusters - Guides to Galaxies (6-10 Mar 2006), eds. S.S. Larsen & T. Richtler (Springer-Verlag)