Chapter 14, Problem 14.43E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The value of centrifugal distortion constant is to be calculated, and it is to be compared with the tabulated values.

Concept introduction:

In a rigid rotor, as the values of $J$ quantum number become larger, they distort slightly but enough to change the energy levels noticeably away from the ideal values. This effect is known as centrifugal distortion, which is measured in terms of centrifugal distortion constant.