(M.Sc.

Semester I)

M.Sc. Semester I Semester End Examination, January 2024

CHEMISTRY
CHY 124
PRINCIPLES OF SPECTROSCOPY
Time Allowed : 3 Hours
Maximum Marks : 100
Minimum Pass Marks : 36
 The question paper consists of four Sections. All sections are compulsory.
 Section A consists of 10compulsory multiple choice questions. Each question carries 1 mark
(Total Marks – 10 X 1 marks =10)
 Section B consists of 5 questions based on internal choice to be answered in 150-200 words . Each
question carries 6 marks. (Total Marks – 5 X 6 marks =30)
 Section C consists of 5 questions to be answered in750-1200 words each. Candidates are required to
attempt any 4 questions. Each question carries 12 marks. (Total Marks – 4 X 12 marks =48)
 Section D consists of 2 application based questions. Candidates are required to attempt any one
question. The question carries 12 marks. (Total Marks – 1 X 12 marks =12)
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SECTION A
(10 × 1 Mark =10 Marks)

Q. No. Question Unit Course BT Marks

No. Outcome Level
1 Multiple choice questions :- CO 16 2
The natural line width of a spectral line is given I
(i) as : 1
(a) ∆ ν ≤ (4π∆t)-1 (b) ∆ ν ≥ (4π∆t)-1
-1
(c) ∆ ν ≤ (2π∆t) (d) ∆ ν ≥ (2π∆t)-1
(ii) The time required for an electronic transition is I CO16 1 1
about :
(a) 10-13 sec (b) 10-15 sec
(c) 10-5 sec (d) 10-10 sec
(iii) The moment of inertia for ammonia molecule II CO17 2 1
follows the pattern :
(a) Ia = Ib = Ic (b) Ia > Ib < Ic
(c) Ia > Ib > Ic (d) Ia = Ib < Ic
(iv) For the rotational transition from J=1 to J=2 II CO17 2 1
level, the energy required would be :
(a) B (b) 2B
(c) 4B (d) 6B
 (v) The frequency seaparation of the first stoke line III CO17 2 1
or the first anti-stoke line from the existing
Rayleigh line in Raman spectra is :
(a) B (b) 2B
(c) 6B (d) 10 B
(vi) The total degree of freedom of a non-linear III CO17 2 1
polyatomic molecule having ‘n’ atoms is …….
(a) 3N – 5 (b) 3N – 6
(c) 3N – 3 (d) 3N – 2
(vii) Identify the correct ground state term symbol of IV CO19 1 1
the He atom from the following:
(a) 1S0 (b) 1S1/2
(c) 2S1/2 (d) 3S1/2
(viii) Which of the following is the correct order of IV CO18 2 1
increasing energy of electronic transitions?
(a) n → σ* < π → π * < n → π * < σ → σ*
(b) σ → σ* < π → π * < n → π * < n → σ*
(c) n → σ* < n → π * < π → π * < σ → σ*
(d) n → π * < π → π * < n → σ* < σ → σ*
(ix) The chemical shifts of 1H bonded protons V CO20 2 1
depends on :
(a) Temperature (b) Concentration
(c) Pressure (d)Temperature and concentration

(x) In electron spectroscopy for chemical analysis V CO18 2 1

the mode of electron generation from sample is :
(a) Low energy ions (b) Vavuum UV radiation
(c) X-ray photon (d) Monoenergetic electrons
SECTION B
(5 × 6 Marks =30 Marks)

Q. No. Question Unit Course BT Marks

No. Outcome Level
2 Explain how the intensity of spectral lines can be I CO16 4 6
determined by transition probability between the
energy levels?
OR
Calculate the frequency of radiation whose 2&3
wavelength is 400nm. Express this wavelength in
wavenumber. Define resolving power of a
spectrometer.
3 Write an explanatory note on Stark effect. II CO17 4 6
OR
Discuss the rotational spectra of linear and
symmetric top polyatomic molecules. Illustrate your
 answer by taking suitable examples of each.
4 Outline the classification of molecules in accordance III CO17 5 6
to the relative values of their three principal moment
of inertia.
OR
Compare the classical and quantum theories of
Raman effect.
5 Discuss the Frank-Condon principle. Illustrate your IV CO19 4 6
answer with suitable potential energy curves.
OR
Discuss the spectrum of the lithium atom. Draw an
energy level diagram also.
6 Develop an innovative explanation elucidating the V CO20 6 6
principles of the NMR phenomenon, incorporating
intricate details of Larmor precession and spin
interactions
OR
Explore how the mechanisms of spin-spin and spin-
lattice relaxations contribute to the quality of NMR
signals and the information obtained.
SECTION C
(4 × 12 Marks =48 Marks)

Q. No. Question Unit Course BT Marks

No. Outcome Level
7 (a) Discuss Doppler broadening. How can it be I CO16 2,3,4,5 3+3+3+3
reduced?
(b) Explain collision broadening.
(c) Define signal-to-noise ratio.
(d) What is the role of a diffraction grating in a
spectrometer?
8 (a) Calculate the bond length in the CO molecule if II CO17 3,5 6+6
the spacing between rotational lines is 3.844 cm -1 in
the rotational spectra of the CO molecule.
(b)Discuss the applications of rotational
spectroscopy in determining the bond distances for
linear, di and triatomic molecules.
9 (a) What are the P, Q, and R branches? Explain. III CO17 3,5 6+6
(b) What is the zero point energy of a harmonic
oscillator? Write a short note on CARS.
10 Explain electronic spectra of benzene molecule. IV CO19 4 12
11 Explain mechanistic features of spin-spin and spin- V CO20 6 3+3+6
lattice relaxation and also give the quantum
mechanical treatment of AB system.
SECTION D
 (1 × 12 Marks =12 Marks)

Q. No. Question Unit Course BT Marks

No. Outcome Level
12 Explore how molecular spectroscopy helps IV CO19 and 6 12
understand the electronic structure of a and V CO20
complex molecule (like metals or big organic
ones.). Discuss the role of molecular orbitals,
vibronic transitions, and electronic spectra.
Justify the critical importance of the Franck-
Condon principle and assess practical
applications in catalysis, material science, or
drug development.
OR
Apply a quantum mechanical treatment to the
A2 and AX systems, emphasizing the
relevance of these treatments in elucidating
complex molecular structures. Finally,
address the selection rules and relative
intensities of NMR lines in different systems.