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On the Solution of the Quantum Rigid Rotor

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Cory C. Pye

Department of Chemistry, Saint Mary''s University, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 3C3, Canada

J. Chem. Educ., 2006, 83 (3), p 460

DOI: 10.1021/ed083p460

Publication Date (Web): March 1, 2006

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In the solution to the quantum rigid rotor problem, the divergence of the series solution to Legendre's equation at z = ±1 is typically presented without proof. In addition, the relationship between Legendre's equation and the associated Legendre's equation is seldom explored in depth. This article explores these issues in detail.

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