UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist, Mains · 2016 · Mains Paper II
Q9(b). Coupling constant
Question
What is the coupling constant J?
Answer in brief
J is the frequency separation, in hertz, between adjacent lines of a first-order multiplet caused by a particular coupled pair.
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All parts of Question 9
- 9(a) Nuclear spin–spin coupling8 marks
- 9(b) Coupling constant2 marks