Chemist no. 82 of 350 · Theoretical/Quantum

Rudolph A. Marcus

1923-Canada/United StatesNobel Chemistry 1992

Marcus theory of electron transfer

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The discovery, explained

Marcus Theory of Electron Transfer: How Rudolph Marcus Explained the Speed of Electron Jumps

Understand Marcus theory, reorganisation energy and the inverted region, plus RRKM theory. Simple explanation with equations for JAM, NET and GATE.

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Biography

Rudolph A. Marcus: The Theorist Who Explained How Electrons Jump

Life story of Rudolph A. Marcus (born 1923), Nobel laureate who created the theory of electron transfer. Early life, career timeline, facts and lessons for students.

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