8. Comparison of Collision Complex Lifetimes Determined via Quantum RRKM Theory τ quant and Classical Trajectory Simulations τ̅ ct for Triatomic Collision Systems .
| System | τquant [ns] | τ̅ct [ns] |
|---|---|---|
| Li + Li2 | 2.4 | 12 ± 1 |
| K + K2 | 146 | 303 ± 36 |
| Cs + Cs2 | 2746 | 2871 ± 328 |
The quantum and classical lifetimes agree to within one standard deviation for Cs + Cs2, with greater deviation observed for Li + Li2 and Cs + Cs2. Adapted table with permission from James F. E. Croft and John L. Bohn, Physical Review A, 89, 1, 012714, 2014. Copyright 2014 by the American Physical Society.