The ionization fraction in alpha-models of protoplanetary disks

We calculate the ionization fraction of protostellar alpha disks, taking into account vertical temperature structure, and the possible presence of trace metal atoms. Both thermal and X-ray ionization are considered. Previous investigations of layered disks used radial power-law models with isotherma...

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Autori principali: Fromang, S, Terquem, C, Balbus, S
Natura: Journal article
Lingua:English
Pubblicazione: 2001