Date Available
11-23-2011
Year of Publication
2011
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Document Type
Thesis
College
Arts and Sciences
Department
Physics and Astronomy
First Advisor
Dr. Thomas Troland
Abstract
This document describes study of an active star forming region in our galaxy (the Milky Way) known as W22. Physical conditions in these regions can help us in understanding star formation processes in the universe and hence the structure and evolution of the universe. Zeeman effect measurements in 18 cm OH absorption line were carried out in order to estimate the line of sight magnetic field strength in the molecular cloud associated with this star forming region. Other physical parameters such as hydrogen column density, optical depth, critical magnetic field were also determined from these measurements. The region was mapped at 18 cm and the distribution of molecular gas within this star forming complex was described.
Recommended Citation
Rane, Akshaya, "Physical Conditions in a Galactic Star forming region W22" (2011). University of Kentucky Master's Theses. 158.
https://uknowledge.uky.edu/gradschool_theses/158
