How Do Vibrational Modes Affect Catalytic Activity?
Vibrational modes can significantly impact the activation energy of a reaction. Certain vibrational modes can facilitate the breaking of bonds in the reactant molecules, thereby lowering the energy barrier for the reaction. For example, if a vibrational mode corresponds to the stretching of a bond that needs to be broken, it can make the bond easier to cleave under the influence of the catalyst.
