Question

5. In the microwave spectrum of 12C16O, the J1 rotational transition has been measured at 115 271.204 MHz. Calculate the value of the moment of inertia and the internuclear separation re in CO. Discuss the factors limiting the accuracy of re as compared to that of the spectroscopic measurement. (10 pts)

Answer 1

where, b. geTe = 2B c. velocity uight v ven 2.993 x 10 ms- 2. ty 4 426 10 3 ) &(3-14) 9212x (o m(.198 x 10$) t inertia the values 征.rrang aai.-ヅ.fc..,syksu "zij 14 x1o26 28 x6.022 x 1o 23 Hence , γ s ( t-14 x 10-21 여½oscen.fonld) to "mar叶+14 OY spectroscopic maauyemant