Question

Calculate the number of translational, rotational and vibrational degrees of freedom for H2O ​

Answer 1

Explanation:

The total number of vibrational degrees of freedom of a water molecule is equal to three.

1. Water molecule consists of three atoms ( one oxygen and two hydrogen)
2. Water molecule has a non-linear structure
3. The total number of translational and rotational degree of freedoms of a water molecule is equal to six ( three each)
4. Total number of degree of freedom of a water molecule is equal to 9