Abstract
Photodissociation of the n-heptane molecular ion has been studied using mass-analyzed ion kinetic energy spectrometry. The photodissociation has been found to occur through various competing reactions. Most importantly, the present technique provides a means to investigate consecutive reactions in real time. Six consecutive two-step dissociation reactions of n-heptane molecular ion have been identified. The rate constant for the second step in the production of propyl ion via pentyl ion intermediate has been determined on a nanosecond time scale.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 726-732 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Journal of Physical Chemistry |
Volume | 96 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1992 |