Radical-molecule complexes: changing our perspective on the molecular mechanisms of radical-molecule reactions and their impact on atmospheric chemistry

Chemphyschem. 2002 Oct 18;3(10):833-40. doi: 10.1002/1439-7641(20021018)3:10<833::AID-CPHC833>3.0.CO;2-0.

Abstract

The strong binding energies for radical-molecule complexes allow these unique systems to influence both the photochemical and reaction pathways for both chemical and atmospherically important reactions. This Minireview summarizes the work that has been presented in the literature and also introduces new radical-molecule complexes that may play important roles in new chemistry.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Atmosphere*
  • Chemical Phenomena
  • Chemistry, Physical
  • Free Radicals*
  • Models, Molecular
  • Time Factors
  • Water / chemistry*

Substances

  • Free Radicals
  • Water