How many vibrational modes are there in a linear triatomic molecule? Using an example, describe which vibrations are likely to be observed in the infrared spectrum.
How many vibrational modes are there in a linear triatomic molecule? Using an example, describe which vibrations are likely to be observed in the infrared spectrum.
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How many vibrational modes are there in a linear triatomic molecule? Using
an example, describe which vibrations are likely to be observed in the
infrared spectrum.
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