In Its Lowest Quantum State, the Energy of a Diatomic $f$

question 22

Multiple Choice

In its lowest quantum state, the energy of a diatomic harmonic oscillator having frequency $f$ is

• A) \(h f\).
• B) \(3 h f / 2\).
• C) \(h f / 2\).
• D) \(h f / 4\).

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