Dissociative recombination (DR) of molecular ions with electrons is a complex, poorly understood molecular process. Its critical role as a neutralizing agent in the Earth's upper atmosphere is now well established and its occurrence in many natural and laboratory produced plasmas has been a strong motivation for studying the event. For the first time, theoretical concepts, experimental methodology, and applications are united in one book, revealing the governing principles behind the gas-phase reaction. The book takes the reader through the intellectual challenges posed, describing in detail dissociation mechanisms, dynamics, diatomic and polyatomic ions, and related processes, including dissociative excitation, ion pair formation, and photodissociation. With the final chapter dedicated to applications in astrophysics, atmospheric science, plasma physics, and fusion research, this is a focused, definitive guide to a fundamental molecular process. The book will appeal to academics within physics, physical chemistry, and related sciences.
About the Author:
Mats Larsson is a Professor and Experimentalist in the Physics Department at Stockholm University
About the Author:
Ann E. Orel is a Professor and Chair in the Department of Applied Sciences at the University of California, Davis
1 Introduction 1
2 Experimental methods 10
3 Theoretical methods 70
4 The H[superscript +, subscript 2] molecule 104
5 Diatomic hydride ions 119
6 Diatomic ions 143
7 The H[superscript +, subscript 3] molecule 184
8 Polyatomic ions 227
9 Related processes 287
10 Applications 315
References 321
Index 377
Overview
Dissociative recombination (DR) of molecular ions with electrons is a complex, poorly understood molecular process. Its critical role as a neutralizing agent in the Earth's upper atmosphere is now well established and its occurrence in many natural and laboratory produced plasmas has been a strong motivation for studying the event. For the first time, theoretical concepts, experimental methodology, and applications are united in one book, revealing the governing principles behind the gas-phase reaction. The book ...