Astronomy and Astrophysics – Astronomy
Scientific paper
Feb 1975
adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=1975ssrv...17...45d&link_type=abstract
Space Science Reviews, vol. 17, Feb. 1975, p. 45-158.
Astronomy and Astrophysics
Astronomy
52
Astronomical Models, Cosmic Rays, Galactic Radiation, Milky Way Galaxy, Decay Rates, Electromagnetic Radiation, Energy Spectra, Galactic Clusters, Interstellar Gas, Interstellar Radiation, Particle Diffusion, Particle Interactions
Scientific paper
The galactic model of cosmic ray confinement is assumed in an in-depth theoretical investigation of cosmic ray propagation in the Galaxy, with consideration also given to the interpretation of observed data. The necessary data concerning the interstellar medium are summarized in order to form a basis for the theoretical formulation of the propagation of cosmic rays, which are assumed to be in a state of equilibrium and homogeneously distributed in the residence volume. The interaction of cosmic rays with the attenuated gases, weak magnetic fields, and radiation fields of the interstellar medium is examined. Many of these interactions lead to the production of radiations ranging the entire electromagnetic spectrum. The possible roles played by cosmic rays in some aspects of galactic dynamics such as the hydrostatic equilibrium of interstellar gas, gravitational instability and formation of clouds, and heating of interstellar gas, are also studied.
Daniel R. R.
Stephens Alfred S.
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