Variable Modified Newtonian Mechanics VIII: Ultra faint dwarfs in Milky Way

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Authors: James Chi Chung Wong
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Abstract

Velocity dispersions of Ultra faint dwarf (UFD) galaxies are observed to deviate significantly from the Baryon Tully Fisher Relation of the massive galaxies (BTFR). We propose a solution with Variable Modified Newtonian dynamics model, which could explain this deviation.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Galaxies: Formation Evolution Phenomena Cosmology and Gravitation Theories Stellar planetary and galactic studies

Publication details

Journal / source
arXiv (Cornell University)
Publication date
4 February 2026
Document type
Preprint