Abstract
In this paper we present a detailed experimental study of the evolution of frozen butane (10 K) before, during and after irradiation with 3 keV He ion beams. Because of irradiation, different molecular species are formed, among which a refractory organic material that, upon further irradiation, evolves towards an amorphous carbon. The techniques used for the analysis are “in situ” infrared (IR) and Raman spectroscopy. The results may have relevance in astrophysics: the produced refractory residues are in fact good analogs of the organic mantles on interstellar grains and of the organics found in carbonaceous meteorites such as Orgueil and Murchison.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
