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Area of Science:

  • Molecular sciences
  • Quantum chemistry
  • Physical chemistry

Background:

  • Coherence, defined as correlations in waves, is fundamental to matter's wave-particle nature.
  • Contemporary chemistry research, including energy harvesting and spectroscopy, deeply involves coherence phenomena.
  • The precise meaning of coherence in molecular and quantum systems requires clarification.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review key concepts, definitions, and methodologies of coherence phenomena in chemistry.
  • To elucidate the various meanings of "coherence" and "quantum coherence" in molecular science.
  • To connect coherence phenomena to the concept of interference patterns.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of coherence phenomena in molecular sciences.
  • Analysis of definitions and contexts for coherence in quantum systems.
  • Explanation of the relationship between coherence and interference.

Main Results:

  • Coherence and quantum coherence encompass diverse phenomena in chemistry.
  • These phenomena are intrinsically linked to wave-like properties and interference patterns.
  • Ambiguous definitions can lead to confusion in the field.

Conclusions:

  • Clarifying definitions of coherence is crucial for advancing molecular science.
  • Enhanced understanding of coherence phenomena will improve communication among researchers.
  • This review provides a foundation for consistent terminology in quantum chemistry research.