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Definition: Quantum efficiency for reactants is a measure of the efficiency of the use of light for reactants in a photochemical reaction.
Purpose: It helps chemists and researchers understand how effectively light energy is being used to drive a photochemical reaction.
The calculator uses the formula:
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Explanation: The formula calculates how many reactant molecules disappear per photon absorbed.
Details: Quantum efficiency helps in understanding reaction mechanisms, optimizing light sources, and improving reaction yields in photochemistry.
Tips: Enter the number of reactant molecules consumed per second and the number of quanta absorbed per second. Both values must be > 0.
Q1: What does a quantum efficiency of 1 mean?
A: A value of 1 means one reactant molecule disappears for each photon absorbed (ideal case).
Q2: Can quantum efficiency be greater than 1?
A: Yes, in chain reactions where one photon initiates multiple reaction events.
Q3: How do I measure reactant molecules consumed?
A: Typically measured using spectroscopic techniques or product analysis over time.
Q4: How do I determine quanta absorbed?
A: Measured using actinometry or calculated from light intensity and absorption measurements.
Q5: What affects quantum efficiency?
A: Factors include wavelength, temperature, reactant concentration, and presence of sensitizers or quenchers.