Taurus Molecular Cloud 1

The Taurus molecular cloud 1 (often abbreviated TMC-1) is a giant molecular cloud in the constellation of Taurus.

The cloud is notable for containing many complex molecules, including cyanopolyynes HCnN for n=3,5,7,9.[1]

The Taurus Molecular Cloud is only 140pc away from earth, making it the nearest large star formation region. It also reveals characteristics that make it ideal for detailed physical studies. it has been important in star study formations at all wavelengths.[2]

References

  1. ^ A. Freeman and T. J. Millar (1983), Formation of complex molecules in TMC-1. Nature, volume 301, 402-404 doi:10.1038/301402a0
  2. ^ Guedel, M.; Briggs, K. R.; Arzner, K.; Audard, M.; Bouvier, J.; Feigelson, E. D.; Franciosini, E.; Glauser, A.; Grosso, N.; Micela, G.; Monin, J.-L.; Montmerle, T.; Padgett, D. L.; Palla, F.; Pillitteri, I.; Rebull, L.; Scelsi, L.; Silva, B.; Skinner, S. L.; Stelzer, B.; Telleschi, A.. "The XMM-Newton Extended Survey of the Taurus Molecular Cloud (XEST)". Astronomy and Astrophysics. EDP. http://dx.doi.org/10.1051/0004-6361:20065724. Retrieved 11 October 2011.