The microwave spectrum of a molecule yields three rotational constants. The molecule is
(a)Prolate symmetric top
(b)Spherical top
(c)Asymmetric top
(d)Oblate symmetric top
Answer
Answer: C ✓ checked by 4AB · confidence high
Explanation
Three distinct rotational constants (A ≠ B ≠ C) mean three different moments of inertia: an asymmetric top. Symmetric tops give two, spherical tops one.