The activation parameters of the V(II)-Fe(III) and U(III)-Fe(III) reactions were determined as a function of ionic strength in perchlorate media. Contrary to expectations, the values of AS* for these reactions were found to be independent of ionic strength, the changes in rate constant being reflected exclusively in the values of AH*. Plausible explanations for these observations are discussed.
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