Abstract
Arcsecond-resolution spectral observations toward the protobinary system IRAS 16293-2422 at 344 and 354 GHz were conducted using the Submillimeter Array. Several complex organic molecules, such as CH3OH and HCOOCH 3, were detected and mapped. Together with the rich organic inventory revealed, it clearly indicates the existence of two, rather than one, compact hot molecular cores (≲400 AU in radius) associated with each of the protobinary components identified by their dust continuum emission in the inner star-forming core.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | L27-L30 |
Journal | Astrophysical Journal |
Volume | 616 |
Issue number | 1 II |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2004 Nov 20 |
Keywords
- Astrochemistry
- ISM: abundances
- ISM: individual (IRAS 16293-2422)
- ISM: molecules
- Radio lines: ISM
- Stars: formation
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Astronomy and Astrophysics
- Space and Planetary Science