UNIMOLECULAR DECOMPOSITION OF CYCLOBUTANE DERIVATIVES AT HIGH PRESSURE.
Abstract
Rate-constant-versus-pressure diagrams were obtained for decomposition of ethylcyclobutane diluted with nitrogen at pressure ranges from 305 to 1940 lb/sq in and at 410 plus or minus or -0.1 C. Anomalous behavior of the rate constant was observed, decreasing slightly with increasing pressure. The anomalous effect is explained in terms of transition state theory where the normal reactant molecules are assumed to be in equilibrium with activated molecules. The volume of activation is calculated to be 35 ml/mole.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1966
- Accession Number
- AD0634016
Entities
People
- D. J. Wilson
- W . D. Walters
Organizations
- University of Rochester