Assume a Diatomic Molecule Can Be Considered to Be Two

question 1

Multiple Choice

Assume a diatomic molecule can be considered to be two point masses separated by a distance r. The center of mass of the system is located a distance x from m₁, equal to

• A) m₁r/(m₁ + m₂)
• B) m₂r/(m₁ + m₂)
• C) (m₁ + m₂) r/m₁
• D) (m₁ + m₂) r/m₂
• E) r(m₂/m₁)

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