The chemistry of high-mass star formation

This paper reviews the chemistry of star-forming regions, with an emphasis on the formation of high-mass stars. We first outline the basic molecular processes in dense clouds, their implementation in chemical models, and techniques to measure molecular abundances. Then, recent observational, theoret...

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Published in:arXiv.org 2005-06
Main Author: Floris F S van der Tak
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Astrochemistry
Chemistry
Cosmic rays
Depletion
Deuteration
Ionization
Massive stars
Organic chemistry
Star & galaxy formation
Star formation
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Summary:This paper reviews the chemistry of star-forming regions, with an emphasis on the formation of high-mass stars. We first outline the basic molecular processes in dense clouds, their implementation in chemical models, and techniques to measure molecular abundances. Then, recent observational, theoretical and laboratory developments are reviewed on the subjects of hot molecular cores, cosmic-ray ionization, depletion and deuteration, and oxygen chemistry. The paper concludes with a summary of outstanding problems and future opportunities.
ISSN:2331-8422
DOI:10.48550/arxiv.0506146