3C 305

3C 305 is a radio galaxy located in the constellation Boötes. It is classified as a Fanaroff-Riley Type I (FR-I) radio galaxy, indicating that its radio jets become fainter as they extend further from the galactic nucleus.

3C 305 is associated with a giant elliptical galaxy. The radio emission originates from lobes of plasma extending outwards from the central supermassive black hole. These lobes interact with the intergalactic medium, producing the observed radio emission. The galaxy is also known for its relatively strong emission lines, indicating the presence of significant amounts of ionized gas. The interactions between the radio jet and the surrounding gas may play a role in the galaxy's star formation rate and overall evolution.

Observations across the electromagnetic spectrum, from radio waves to X-rays, are used to study the properties of 3C 305, including its jet structure, the composition of its radio lobes, and the activity of its central black hole. These observations help astronomers understand the processes that drive the formation and evolution of radio galaxies.