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When a NaF molecule makes a transition from the l = 3 to
Chapter 42, Problem 42P(choose chapter or problem)
When a NaF molecule makes a transition from the l = 3 to the l = 2 rotational level with no change in vibrational quantum number or electronic state, a photon with wavelength 3.83 mm is emitted. A sodium atom has mass \(3.82 \times 10^{-26}\) kg, and a fluorine atom has mass \(3.15 \times 10^{-26}\) kg. Calculate the equilibrium separation between the nuclei in a NaF molecule. How does your answer compare with the value for NaCl given in Section 42.1? Is this result reasonable? Explain.
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When a NaF molecule makes a transition from the l = 3 to the l = 2 rotational level with no change in vibrational quantum number or electronic state, a photon with wavelength 3.83 mm is emitted. A sodium atom has mass \(3.82 \times 10^{-26}\) kg, and a fluorine atom has mass \(3.15 \times 10^{-26}\) kg. Calculate the equilibrium separation between the nuclei in a NaF molecule. How does your answer compare with the value for NaCl given in Section 42.1? Is this result reasonable? Explain.
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