trajectory

in reaction dynamics
https://doi.org/10.1351/goldbook.T06431
A path taken by a reaction system over potential-energy (reaction) surface or a diagram or mathematical description that represents that path. A trajectory can also be called a reaction path.
Source:
PAC, 1996, 68, 149. (A glossary of terms used in chemical kinetics, including reaction dynamics (IUPAC Recommendations 1996)) on page 189 [Terms] [Paper]
Citation: 'trajectory' 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.T06431 RIS BibTex EndNote
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