Energy randomization in the benzene dimer ion

An isolated benzene dimer is an ideal model system for the study of the interaction between two benzene moieties. It can be excited by choice locally in either of the benzene rings. By employing isotopically mixed benzene dimers, we study ionization of the dimer. Here we directly demonstrate that ch...

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Published in:Chemical physics letters 1992-03, Vol.190 (5), p.497-502
Main Authors: Börnsen, K.O., Selzle, H.L., Schlag, E.W.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Atomic and molecular physics
Exact sciences and technology
Molecular properties and interactions with photons
Photon interactions with molecules
Physics
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Summary:An isolated benzene dimer is an ideal model system for the study of the interaction between two benzene moieties. It can be excited by choice locally in either of the benzene rings. By employing isotopically mixed benzene dimers, we study ionization of the dimer. Here we directly demonstrate that charge and energy are totally shared with the silent partner. Furthermore, fragmentation occurs at higher intensities — but this fragmentation happens without further communication among the two dimer halves.
ISSN:0009-2614
1873-4448
DOI:10.1016/0009-2614(92)85180-I