The Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 5412 - 5417
Published: May 22, 2025
Benzonitrile (C6H5CN) has emerged as a key astrochemical molecule, yet the vibrational spectra of its ionic forms remain incomplete. In this work, we present first IR absorption mass-selected C6H5CN+ and C6H5CN- isolated in solid neon at 3 K. Distinct features both ions were identified through their differential response to UV photolysis comparison with theoretical predictions frequencies intensities. These results provide valuable spectroscopic benchmarks for identification benzonitrile space highlight effectiveness matrix-isolation techniques resolving structures transient molecular relevant astrochemistry.
Language: Английский