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Molecules are found in a large variety of astronomical environments, ranging from comets in the solar system to galaxies at high redshift. This text brings together astronomers, physicists and chemists to discuss the use of molecules as probes of astrophysical parameters, explore their role in the evolution of astronomical objects, and study the basic chemical processes that occur in space. The progress in observational techniques is illustrated by studies of the physics and chemistry on scales comparable to the protosolar nebulae around high- and low-mass forming stars and planetary systems. New experimental techniques for the measurement of gas-phase reactions at low temperatures, the analysis of spectra, and the investigation of surface adsorbates on interplanetary dust particles and meteorites are presented; the importance of accurate quantum chemical calculations is emphasized. Present knowledge of the composition of dust grains and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons is also summarized.

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Author:   Ewine F. van Dishoeck
Publisher:   Springer
Imprint:   Springer
Edition:   1997 ed.
Volume:   178
Dimensions:   Width: 15.50cm , Height: 3.00cm , Length: 23.50cm
Weight:   1.840kg
ISBN:  

9780792345398

ISBN 10:   0792345398
Pages:   588
Publication Date:   30 April 1997
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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