AZOXYCOMPOUNDS. I. THE PHOTOLYSIS OF AZOXYMETHANE
Abstract
A study of the photolysis of azoxymethane was made. The reaction products include nitrogen, nitrous oxide, methane, and ethane. The ratio N2:N2O is independent of temperature and two primary photolytic processes are postulated to account for this fact. On the assumption that methane arises from the reaction CH3 + CH3N2OCH3 yields CH4 + CH2N2OCH3, the activation energy of this reaction is 6=2kcal/mole. Other reactions that take place during the photolysis are discussed.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 31, 1964
- Accession Number
- AD0445248
Entities
People
- B. G. Gowenlock
Organizations
- National Research Council Canada