Since 2021, aggregated from related topics
Molecular astrophysics is a branch of astrophysics that focuses on the study of molecules in space. This field explores the formation, evolution, and interaction of various molecules present in interstellar and circumstellar environments, as well as in planetary atmospheres. Molecular astrophysicists use observations, laboratory experiments, and theoretical models to study the chemical composition of celestial objects, the processes that lead to the formation of molecules, and their role in the overall evolution of galaxies, stars, and planets. This research area provides valuable insights into the origin and evolution of complex chemical compounds in the universe.