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Quantum dynamics of X{sub 2}BC van der Waals clusters

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OSTI ID:10125323
Wave packet calculations modeling vibrational predissociation in X{sub 2}BC(v{sup {prime}}) van der Waals clusters are discussed. A model involving three active degrees of freedom is used. Cluster lifetimes and BC vibrational product distributions are obtained, and compared with available experimental results for He{sub 2}Cl{sub 2}, and Ne{sub 2}Cl{sub 2}. Some preliminary results for He{sub 2}I{sub 2} and Ne{sub 2}I{sub 2} are also discussed. Mechanistic issues, including the role of direct versus sequential mechanisms in leading to the production of 2X {plus} BC are addressed, as well as the role of intramolecular vibrational relaxation (IVR). Higher dimension extensions of the model are suggested. 3 figs., 3 tabs., 22 refs.
Research Organization:
Argonne National Lab., IL (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE, Washington, DC (United States)
DOE Contract Number:
W-31109-ENG-38
OSTI ID:
10125323
Report Number(s):
ANL/CHM/CP--78499; CONF-930159--4; ON: DE93006416
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English