I used Gaussian software to determine the single point energy (SPE) of 3 molecules namely ethane, ethene and phenol.
The SPE for the molecules are -79.83, -78.59 and for phenol it is quite large at -307. However, I am not able to explain the trend.
I am thinking does SPE have anything to do with the molecular weight of the molecule for example, larger mass = more negative SPE?? I cant think of a better explanation. Can someone please help me out?
thank you