The force constant for a H"F molecule is 966 N m, and with a bond length of 91.7 pm, rotates in a three dimensional space. d. Calculate the zero point energy associated with this rotation. e. What is the smallest quantum of energy that can be absorbed by this molecule in a rotational excitation?

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8. The force constant for a H"F molecule is 966 N m, and with a bond length of 91.7
pm, rotates in a three dimensional space
d. Calculate the zero point energy associated with this rotation.
e. What is the smallest quantum of energy that can be absorbed by this
molecule in a rotational excitation?
Transcribed Image Text:8. The force constant for a H"F molecule is 966 N m, and with a bond length of 91.7 pm, rotates in a three dimensional space d. Calculate the zero point energy associated with this rotation. e. What is the smallest quantum of energy that can be absorbed by this molecule in a rotational excitation?
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