Infrared free electron laser induced photodesorption of CO and N2 from solid amorphous water at cryogenic temperatures

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• The research aims to explore the photodesorption of CO and N2 from solid amorphous water using infrared lasers at cryogenic temperatures.
• Utilized an infrared free electron laser to induce photodesorption.
• Conducted experiments at cryogenic temperatures to assess molecular ice reaction.
• Analyzed the produced gas for CO and N2 forms.
• Observed effective photodesorption of CO and N2 from solid water.
• Measured photodesorption rates under specified conditions.
• Highlighted differences between infrared and traditional UV-induced processes.