Gas Mass Loss of Dwarf Galaxies in Galaxy Clusters

Abstract

This thesis looks at the interactions between galaxies within a galaxy cluster and discusses the mechanisms by which masses and sizes of these galaxies evolve. The processes discussed are Tidal Interactions, Dynamical Friction and Ram Pressure Stripping. The primary purpose of this thesis is to find out a relationship that tells us how small galaxies revolving around larger galaxies lose their gas content.