Reaction of electrons with CO/sub 2/ in nonpolar solvents

The attachment and detachment rates for the reaction CO/sub 2/+e/sup -/ from or to CO/sub 2//sup -/ were determined in liquid 2,2-dimethylbutane (DMB) and 2-methylbutane (MB) (isopentane) as a function of temperature. In DMB both forward and reverse rates were measured over the range 14 to 45 degrees C, while in MB only the forward reaction was observed over 0 to -73 degrees C. The rates and equilibrium constants were compared with those determined in other solvents, and the factors which influence these quantities in solutions are discussed.<
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