Isotope measurements in molecules

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the measurement of isotopes in diatomic molecular isotopic chains, specifically focusing on cases where the ground state is ##^{2}\Sigma##. Participants explore existing data, calculations, and the relevance of these molecules in the context of neutrino mass measurements.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about measurements of diatomic molecular isotopic chains with at least three isotopes in the ground state ##^{2}\Sigma##.
  • Another participant suggests that data may be available for HeH+, HeD+, and HeT+, referencing accurate calculations from a specific paper and noting their significance in neutrino mass studies.
  • A follow-up comment questions whether the mentioned data are measurements or merely calculations, expressing a need for molecular parameters associated with the energy level.
  • There is a suggestion that the isotopes would be singlets, with a preference expressed for examples larger than hydrogen, such as H2+.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants have not reached a consensus on the availability of measured data versus calculated data for the isotopes in question, and there is a divergence in preferences regarding the size of the molecules discussed.

Contextual Notes

The discussion highlights a lack of clarity regarding the distinction between measured and calculated data, as well as the specific molecular parameters needed for the inquiry.

BillKet
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Hello! Is there any measurement (can be from different papers/experiments) of a diatomic molecular isotopic chain (i.e. at least 3 isotopes of a given nucleus) where the ground state is ##^{2}\Sigma##?
 
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I suppose you can find data on HeH+, HeD+ and HeT+.
There are accurate calculations:
https://aip.scitation.org/doi/10.1063/1.4759077
These molecules are of great interest, as they form in the decay of TH, TD and T_2 which are intensively studied in the context of measuring the mass of neutrinos.
 
DrDu said:
I suppose you can find data on HeH+, HeD+ and HeT+.
There are accurate calculations:
https://aip.scitation.org/doi/10.1063/1.4759077
These molecules are of great interest, as they form in the decay of TH, TD and T_2 which are intensively studied in the context of measuring the mass of neutrinos.
Thank you! But these seems to be calculated not measured? Also they don't list the molecular parameters associated to that energy level, which is what I actually need.
 
They would be singlets, wouldn't they? You want something like H2+.
 
mjc123 said:
They would be singlets, wouldn't they? You want something like H2+.
That's also true (honestly I would prefer something bigger than hydrogen, tho)
 

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