Chapter 14, Problem 14.9E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The simple equation to convert micron (wavelength) into ${\text{cm}}^{-1}$ (wavenumber) is to be derived using their definitions and relationships.

Concept introduction:

A small packet of energy is known as quanta. Light is emitted in the form of quanta or photons. Planck’s law gives the relation between the energy and wavelength, and it also gives the relation between frequency and wavenumber.