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Autocatalysis forms the basis for propagating waves of isothermal chemical reaction. When autocatalysis is represented by the “mass action” cubic and quadratic forms (A + 2B → 3B and A + B → 2B respectively), extremely simple prototypes are generated. They apply very well to more complex schemes. The fact that in the cubic case simple analytical solutions are possible is of great value in recognizing trends and making predictions.
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Gray, P. (1990). Modelling Isothermal Waves of Chemical Reaction. In: Bulusu, S.N. (eds) Chemistry and Physics of Energetic Materials. NATO ASI Series, vol 309. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-009-2035-4_2
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