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   PR # 12018
    We propose ASCA spectra for three clusters of galaxies with evidence
    for cooling flows and excess soft X-ray absorption.The principle aim
    is to determine the physical state and ultimate repository of the~300
    Msun/yr of gas cooling in these systems.We will use emission line dia
    gnostics to determine the amount and spatial distribution of the cool
    ing material, and the density distribution of inhomogeneities.The pre
    sence of the excess soft X--ray absorption will be verified,and we wi
    ll determine if it is intrinsic to the cluster or in the foreground.
    The spatial distribution of this cold material will be determined.We
    will also determine overall cluster properties,such as the gas temper
    ature and density profiles,the amount & distribution of dark matter,
   and the variation of abundance
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