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For diatomic molecule, why is the vibrational degree of freedom equal to two at high temperature?
Why not just one?
Thank you very much.
Why not just one?
Thank you very much.
td21 said:For diatomic molecule, why is the vibrational degree of freedom equal to two at high temperature?
If you asked me, the answer is NO.Khashishi said:Are you referring to rotational and vibrational degrees of freedom?
ehild said:the Equipartition Principle assigns two (1/2 kT) average energy to a single vibration.
td21 said:For diatomic molecule, why is the vibrational degree of freedom equal to two at high temperature?
Why not just one?
Thank you very much.
Libration is restricted rotation. It does not exist for free diatomic molecules. Libration can happen in some external force field, or a diatomic part of a molecule can librate with respect to the other part.klimatos said:A number of sources refer to "libration" as a separate degree of freedom. This is described as a flexing or bending of the inter-atomic axis. Other sources do not mention libration.
klimatos said:A number of sources refer to "libration" as a separate degree of freedom.
Vibrational degrees of freedom refer to the ways in which a molecule can vibrate. In diatomic molecules, these vibrations occur along the bond between the two atoms, causing the atoms to move closer together and farther apart.
The vibrational degrees of freedom are directly related to a molecule's energy levels. As a molecule vibrates, it gains or loses energy, resulting in different energy levels. The more vibrational degrees of freedom a molecule has, the more energy levels it can have.
Exploring vibrational degrees of freedom is important in chemistry because it allows us to understand the behavior and properties of molecules. It also helps us to predict how molecules will interact with each other and their surroundings, which is crucial in fields such as materials science and drug design.
There are several techniques for measuring the vibrational degrees of freedom in a diatomic molecule, including infrared spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, and neutron scattering. These methods involve shining light or particles on the molecule and analyzing the resulting vibrations.
Yes, the vibrational degrees of freedom in a molecule can be changed through various means, such as changing the temperature or applying external forces. These changes can affect the molecule's energy levels and overall behavior, making it a valuable tool in chemical reactions and material properties.