Quantum Dynamics of C10H− in the Interstellar Medium: Inelastic Collisions with He and Formation Reaction from the HC10H / H− Reactants.

Jorge Alonso de la Fuente; Lola González‐Sánchez; E. Yurtsever; Cristina Sanz‐Sanz; Roland Wester; Mauro Satta; F. A. Gianturco

doi:10.1039/d5cp02685g

January 1, 2025Physical Chemistry Chemical PhysicsOpen Access

Quantum Dynamics of C10H− in the Interstellar Medium: Inelastic Collisions with He and Formation Reaction from the HC10H / H− Reactants.

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C10H− is the largest linear (C,H)-bearing chain detected in the interstellar medium, marking a significant finding.
Inelastic collisions with helium are revealed, showcasing dynamic interactions in outer space environments.
A new analysis method based on ab initio calculations is employed to explore the quantum dynamics involved.
This research highlights potential pathways for formation reactions, suggesting deeper insights into interstellar chemistry.

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Analysis reveals inelastic collisions of C10H− with He and formation reactions with HC10H, indicating complex chemistry in the interstellar medium.

Abstract

The anion C10H− is the largest of the linear (C,H)-bearing chains detected so far in the Interstellar Medium. Here we present and discuss the general features of a new ab...

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Fuente et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Quantum Dynamics of C10H− in the Interstellar Medium: Inelastic Collisions with He and Formation Reaction from the HC10H / H− Reactants.

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