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Use of isotopes for studying reaction mechanisms

4. Distinguishing between single minima and rapidly equilibrating structures

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The method of isotopic perturbation of equilibrium is described. In conjunction with nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, the procedure can be used to distinguish between double well and single minimum potential energy surfaces. Some representative studies on classical and non-classical carbocations are discussed.

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  1. Department of Organic Chemistry, Indian Institute of Science, 560 012, Bangalore, India

    Uday Maitra & J. Chandrasekhar

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Maitra, U., Chandrasekhar, J. Use of isotopes for studying reaction mechanisms. Reson 2, 29–37 (1997). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02835976

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