Is the translational diffusion of organic radicals different from that of closed-shell molecules?

The translational diffusion of photochemically created intermediate radicals is measured by the transient grating technique. The diffusional behavior of these intermediates is different from that of stable molecules, which have already been investigated extensively. The investigation of the diffusion of these species will provide an opportunity to reveal the unique intermolecular interaction between the intermediates and matrix. This information will be valuable for understanding photochemistry in solutions.