Statistical equilibrium in cometary C2. II-Swan/Phillips band ratios

Swamy, K. S. K. ; Odell, C. R. (1979) Statistical equilibrium in cometary C2. II-Swan/Phillips band ratios The Astrophysical Journal, 231 . pp. 624-626. ISSN 0004-637X

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Abstract

Statistical equilibrium calculations have been made for both the triplet and ground state singlets for C2 in comets, using the exchange rate as a free parameter. The predictions of the results are consistent with optical observations and may be tested definitively by accurate observations of the Phillips and Swan band ratios. Comparison with the one reported observation indicates compatibility with a low exchange rate and resonance fluorescence statistial equilibrium.

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