Science & ResearchAug 21, 2026
The curious case of HCO$^+$: Extreme abundances under extreme conditions
Context. HCO$^+$ is widely observed in both Galactic and extragalactic environments and typically exhibits abundances of $10^{-9}-10^{-8}$. However, recent modeling studies suggest that in environments exposed to elevated cosmic-ray ioni…
Context. HCO$^+$ is widely observed in both Galactic and extragalactic environments and typically exhibits abundances of $10^{-9}-10^{-8}$. However, recent modeling studies suggest that in environments exposed to elevated cosmic-ray ionization rates and strong thermal or…
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