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Molecular Clouds: An Overview

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Interstellar Processes

Part of the book series: Astrophysics and Space Science Library ((ASSL,volume 134))

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Molecular material is found in differing regions in our galaxy. We attempt here to give a summary of the observationaIIy determined properties of molecular clouds. Some of the most important methods of obtaining information on physical conditions within these regions are reviewed, and a summary of different types of molecular regions is presented.

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Goldsmith, P.F. (1987). Molecular Clouds: An Overview. In: Hollenbach, D.J., Thronson, H.A. (eds) Interstellar Processes. Astrophysics and Space Science Library, vol 134. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-009-3861-8_3

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