Molecular rotations and dipole-bound state lifetimes.
A computational model based on classical molecular rotation provides insight into the observability of dipole-bound states. The observability is related to the lifetime of the state prior to rotational autodetachment of the electron. The model tracks an ensemble of dipole-bound states. Their motion in space is integrated as a function of time, which provides a means to analyze the lifetimes of the dipole-bound states. The results are generally in good agreement with experimental data. Some exceptions show the limitations of the model but also provide insight into the autodetachment mechanism.
Walthall
David A
DA
Department of Chemistry, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94305-5080, USA.
Karty
Joel M
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Brauman
John I
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