Modern Physics
Modern Physics
3rd Edition
ISBN: 9781111794378
Author: Raymond A. Serway, Clement J. Moses, Curt A. Moyer
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 11, Problem 1Q
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The modes in which diatomic molecules store energy, modes corresponding to least and most excitation energy.

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Answer to Problem 1Q

The modes in which diatomic molecules store energy, modes corresponding to least and most excitation energy are given.

Explanation of Solution

The modes in which diatomic molecules store energy are – Translational kinetic energy, Rotational kinetic energy and Vibrational energy.

Mode corresponding to least excitation energy is Translational kinetic energy. Mode corresponding to most excitation energy is Vibrational energy.

Conclusion:

The modes in which diatomic molecules store energy, modes corresponding to least and most excitation energy are given.

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