Mode-Specific Dynamics of ${\text{CO}}_2$ Hydrogenation on Copper: The Hidden Role of Molecular Rotation

Junfan Xia, Zhikai Jiang, Yaolong Zhang +3

Catalytic hydrogenation of ${\text{CO}}_2$ to formate on copper is a key elementary step for ${\text{CO}}_2$ utilization. Previous experimental and theoretical studies suggested an Ele…