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The group D2h has a C2 axis perpendicular to the principal axis and a horizontal mirror plane. Show that the group must therefore have a centre of inversion.

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Chapter13: Introduction To Symmetry In Quantum Mechanics

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Problem 13.17E: a In the Td point group, an S41 improper rotation is equivalent to what other improper rotation? b...

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The group D_2h has a C₂ axis perpendicular to the principal axis and a horizontal mirror plane. Show that the group must therefore have a centre of inversion.

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