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Star formation in extreme environments: the effects of cosmic rays and mechanical heating

Authors :
Meijerink, R.
Spaans, M.
Loenen, A. F.
van der Werf, P. P.
Source :
Astronomy and Astrophysics; January 2011, Vol. 525 Issue: 1
Publication Year :
2011

Abstract

Context.The molecular interstellar medium in extreme environments, such as Arp 220, but also NGC 253 appears to have extremely high cosmic ray (CR) rates (103−104×     Milky Way) and substantial mechanical heating from supernova driven turbulence.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00046361 and 14320746
Volume :
525
Issue :
1
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Astronomy and Astrophysics
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
ejs22699628
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1051/0004-6361/201015136