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UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist

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  • 200 marks each
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Mains Paper II covers physical chemistry.

UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist, Mains · 2018 · Mains Paper II

Q10(b). Rotational constant from a rotational Raman spectrum

Question

In the pure rotational Raman spectrum of a diatomic molecule, the first three transitions are observed at 26.52, 44.20 and 61.88 cm⁻¹. (i) Calculate the rotational constant B of the molecule. (ii) What other information would you need to calculate the equilibrium bond length of the molecule? Explain your answer.

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