Relaxation rates for 02('&+) by nonradiative pathways have been determined using the fast-flow technique. 02 ('\3,+) is formed from 0 2 ( l A g ! by an energy pooling process. 02('AK) is generated by passing purified oxygen through a microwave discharge. Oxygen atoms are removed by distilling mercury vapor through the discharge zone. It has been observed that the wall loss rate for 02('Z,+) decreases with increasing pressure of oxygen and thus appears to be diffusion controlled. Quenching rate constants for 0 2 , N2. and He have been determined and found to be (1.5 f 0.1) X lo4, (1.0 f 0.05) X lo6 and (1.2 f 0.1) X lo5 I./mol-sec, respectively.
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