A simple model of rotational effects in thermal decomposition

Abstract

A simple analytical model of rotational effects in thermal decomposition is developed. The model describes the non-equilibrium population distribution of the reactant, as a function of the average vibrational energy lost per deactivating collision. The corresponding non-equilibrium rate constant is evaluated, and the results are compared to two previous models.

Issued as NRCC No. 16757.

Issued as NRCC No. 16757.

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Issued as NRCC No. 16757.

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Alvin P. Penner

NRCC Research Associate 1975–1978.