Infrared spectroscopy and symmetry

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Molecules with a center of symmetry exhibit symmetric stretching vibrations that are infrared (IR) inactive. This inactivity is due to the lack of a change in dipole moment during the symmetric stretch, which is a fundamental requirement for IR activity. The discussion confirms that the presence of a center of symmetry directly correlates with the IR inactivity of symmetric stretching modes.

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is it true to say that any molecule having a centre of symmetry will have the symmetric stretching IR inactive?

thanks!
 
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