State resolved data for radiative association of H and p and for photodissociation of H${}_2^+$

TL;DR

This paper provides detailed matrix elements and energies for calculating state-resolved cross sections and rate coefficients related to the radiative association of hydrogen and protons, and the photodissociation of H₂⁺, aiding astrophysical simulations.

Contribution

It introduces comprehensive data for vibrational-rotational states crucial for modeling early Universe chemistry and stellar atmospheres.

Findings

Calculated cross sections and rate coefficients for specific molecular processes.

Enhanced understanding of molecular interactions in astrophysical environments.

Data supports improved simulation accuracy for cosmic chemistry.

Abstract

The matrix elements and energies needed to calculate vibrational-rotational state resolved cross sections and rate coefficients for radiative association of H and p and for photodissociation of H${}_2^+$ are presented for applications to simulations of chemistry in the early Universe and to stellar atmospheres.