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Hydroxyl sources  

Definition

  • An astronomical source emitting microwave radiation characteristic of the hydroxyl OH molecule, especially one showing a maser effect. OH sources are found in molecular clouds in interstellar medium and in the cool envelopes of evolved stars. (en)

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  • OH sources (en)

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http://astrothesaurus.org/uat/772

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