ABSTRACT
The high-resolution FTIR spectrum of FNO has been recorded and the rovibrational structure of the essentially unperturbed nu3, 2nu3, and nu1 + nu3 cold bands and the 2nu3 <-- nu3, nu2 + nu3 <-- nu3, and nu1 + nu2 + nu3 <-- nu3 hot bands has been analyzed. The perturbed bands nu1 and nu1 + nu2 have been assigned and the data analyzed by fitting the transitions with the dark states nu2 + 2nu3 and 2nu2 + 2nu3. Parameters for both light and dark states together with Coriolis coupling parameters have been determined. Copyright 1998 Academic Press. Copyright 1998Academic Press
ABSTRACT
It is now possible to resolve completely the initial and final quantum states in chemical processes. Spectra of reactive intermediates, of highly vibrationally excited molecules, and even of molecules in the process of falling apart have been recorded. This information has led to greater understanding of the molecular structure and dynamics of small gas-phase molecules. Many of the concepts and spectroscopic techniques that have been developed will be valuable throughout chemistry.
