Question

Vibration of atoms and molecules produce electromagnetic radiation in the region of:

• A. Microwaves
• B. Ultraviolet
• C. Infrared
• D. Visible Light

Hint:

The vibration of molecules results in infrared radiation. This is why infrared spectroscopy is used to study molecular vibrations.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

When atoms and molecules vibrate, they produce electromagnetic radiation primarily in the infrared (IR) region of the spectrum. The vibration of the bonds between atoms in a molecule leads to the absorption or emission of infrared radiation. - Microwaves are associated with rotational transitions in molecules. - Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is related to electronic transitions. - Infrared (IR) radiation corresponds to the vibrational modes of atoms and molecules. Thus, the correct answer is Infrared radiation.