Term: stochastic theories
https://doi.org/10.1351/goldbook.S06018

Definition:
Theories that treat reaction rates in terms of the probabilities of transitions between the various energy levels in the reactant molecules.

Source: PAC, 1981, 53, 753. 'Symbolism and Terminology in Chemical Kinetics' on page 767 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac198153030753)

Citation: 'stochastic theories' in IUPAC Compendium of Chemical Terminology, 5th ed. International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry; 2025. Online version 5.0.0, 2025. https://doi.org/10.1351/goldbook.S06018

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