The molecular universe |
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| Authors: | Helen J Fraser Martin R S McCoustra David A Williams |
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| Affiliation: | Raymond and Beverley Sackler Laboratory for Astrophysics, Sterrewacht Leiden, Postbus 9513, 2300 RA, Leiden, Netherlands;;School of Chemistry, University of Nottingham;;Dept of Physics and Astronomy, University College London;. |
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| Abstract: | Helen J Fraser , Martin R S McCoustra and David A Williams present a simple guide to astrochemistry.
Molecules play a fundamental role in many regions of our universe. The science where chemistry and astronomy overlap is known as astrochemistry, a branch of astronomy that has risen in importance over recent years. In this article we review the significance of chemistry in several astronomical years. IN this article we review the significance of chemistry in several astronomical environments including the early universe, interstellar clouds, starforming regions and protoplanetary disks. We discuss theoretical models, laboratory experiments and observational data, and present several recent and exciting results that challenge our perception of the "molecular universe". |
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