Predissociation in van der Waals molecules (original) (raw)

This review discusses the phenomenon of predissociation in van der Waals (vdW) molecules, emphasizing the indirect dissociation mechanism which occurs through the excitation of quasifree molecules. The study reviews various theoretical treatments to predict the energy levels and fragmentation rates in vdW complexes, exploring the impact of intermolecular interactions, vibrational states, and the dependence of dissociation rates on system parameters. Through the lens of recent experimental findings, it aims to elucidate the complexities of vdW bonding and dissociation processes.