Which mechanism limits sustained power output in molecular electronic devices?

💡 Explanation

Intermolecular vibrational energy transfer limits performance because heat builds up in the device; therefore, the generated heat dissipates rather than allowing further electron transport because other mechanisms would not address molecular overheating.

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