Journal of Undergraduate Research
Keywords
molecular collision, stimulated emission pumping spectroscopy, SEP, energy transfer
College
Physical and Mathematical Sciences
Department
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Abstract
The kinetics of unimolecular reactions are especially interesting in the manner in which they absorb or transfer energy. For a unimolecular reaction to proceed, an activation energy barrier must be overcome. This barrier can be overcome through collisions with other molecules or atoms with sufficient force that excite vibrations violent enough to break chemical bonds. It has been observed that some molecules are more efficient at transferring energy through collisions than others. The reasons why some molecules transfer energy more efficiently are not fully understood. The goal of this project is to provide a window into the events taking place during and immediately after a molecular collision.
Recommended Citation
Thomson, Jeffery K. and Sevy, Dr. Eric T.
(2014)
"Molecular Collisional Energy Transfer Efficiency,"
Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2014:
Iss.
1, Article 1158.
Available at:
https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2014/iss1/1158