Cosmic-ray ionization of molecular clouds

Context. Low-energy cosmic rays are a fundamental source of ionization for molecular clouds, influencing their chemical, thermal, and dynamical evolution. Aims. The purpose of this work is to explore the possibility that a low-energy component of cosmic rays, not directly measurable from the Earth,...

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Veröffentlicht in:	Astronomy and astrophysics (Berlin) 2009-07, Vol.501 (2), p.619-631
Hauptverfasser:	Padovani, M., Galli, D., Glassgold, A. E.
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Astronomy atomic processes Earth, ocean, space Exact sciences and technology ISM: clouds ISM: cosmic rays molecular processes
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