... as the first microquasar discovered in our Galaxy (see reviews by Margon 1984 and ... with a quiet state) and sporadic (associated with an active state) variability ... by reflection models in BH systems (both active galactic nuclei and stellar-mass ...
... 2001). 1 GX 3+1 is one of the brightest atoll sources associated with a bulge component of our Galaxy. ... During an active stage, the companion overflows its Roche lobe and transfers matter onto the NS via an accretion disk. ...