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Transition-state structure and the temperature dependence of the kinetic isotope effect

Journal Article · · J. Am. Chem. Soc.; (United States)
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1021/ja00336a061· OSTI ID:5966685
The underlying theory of the temperature dependence of the kinetic hydrogen isotope effect (KIE) is presented herein. The implications of this technique as a mechanistic criterion are pointed out in a straightforward manner. Some model calculations referring to the intramolecular proton transfer in the monoprotonated methylenediamine are included. The results of this investigation indicated that the temperature dependence of the KIE should not be used as a mechanistic tool in differentiating between linear and bent transition states.
Research Organization:
Univ. of Goeteborg, Sweden
OSTI ID:
5966685
Journal Information:
J. Am. Chem. Soc.; (United States), Journal Name: J. Am. Chem. Soc.; (United States) Vol. 106:24; ISSN JACSA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English