Journal of Undergraduate Research
Keywords
OH-MASER transitions, star forming regions, radio astronomy
College
Physical and Mathematical Sciences
Department
Physics and Astronomy
Abstract
We looked into OH-MASER transitions considered rare in star forming regions. A MASER (Microwave Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation) is emission from compact clouds of molecular gas. MASERs may consist of OH, H2O, SiO and CH3OH molecules to name some of the most common and intense. This study is helping to provide further evidence that specific OH-MASER transitions might only occur in high mass star forming regions and not low mass star forming region. If proven correct this information will be valuable in the understanding of the high and low mass star formation processes. This is helpful in describe unknown star forming regions.
Recommended Citation
Felli, Derek
(2013)
"OH-MASER transitions,"
Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2013:
Iss.
1, Article 2787.
Available at:
https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2013/iss1/2787