What Does PES Stand For?
PES stands for Potential Energy Surface
The Potential Energy Surface (PES) is a conceptual representation in chemistry and physics that maps the energy of a molecular system as a function of its nuclear coordinates. It provides insight into the stability of different molecular configurations, the transition states of chemical reactions, and the dynamics of molecular interactions. By visualizing the energy landscape, the PES enables researchers to predict reaction pathways, analyze molecular behaviors, and understand various phenomena in quantum chemistry and materials science.
Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 16th June 2025 | Edit Acronym