ISSN:
1089-7690
Source:
AIP Digital Archive
Topics:
Physics
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Chemistry and Pharmacology
Notes:
The effect of cluster formation on the reactivity of cyclohexane was investigated. When single molecules react with O(3P) the products are the OH radical and cyclohexyl radical. In contrast, we found that when small clusters react with O(3P), the OH product is suppressed; furthermore, the "liquid''-like product, cyclohexanol, is observed, although the yield is unknown. It is proposed that blocking of the abstraction reaction occurs in the reaction when clusters are involved. In addition, an efficient insertion process can take place. These results provide a new explanation for the process in the liquid phase.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1063/1.464121
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