Monte Carlo Simulation of h2 Formation by Cosmic-Rays - Effect of the Grain Model
Abstract
A Monte Carlo simulation is presented of the synthesis of H2 in the icy mantles of interstellar grains by the recombination of radicals resulting from the impingement of cosmic ray ions. Grains with a radius of 3300 A seem to enrich the cloud more efficiently that those with radius of 800 A. Past research aimed at understanding the formation of H2 is reviewed.
- Publication:
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Accretion Disks and Magnetic Fields in Astrophysics
- Pub Date:
- 1989
- DOI:
- 10.1007/978-94-009-2401-7_19
- Bibcode:
- 1989ASSL..156..185A
- Keywords:
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- Astronomical Models;
- Cosmic Rays;
- Hydrogen Clouds;
- Interstellar Gas;
- Interstellar Matter;
- Monte Carlo Method;
- Abundance;
- Magnesium Compounds;
- Astrophysics