Stimulated Raman Spectroscopy of Small Molecules: A Physical Chemistry Laboratory Experiment

A simple and robust experimental apparatus is described which allows students to record the stimulated Raman spectra of organic liquids. The experiment, which is based on a doubled Nd:YAG laser, is suitable for an advanced undergraduate laboratory in physical chemistry or spectroscopy. A brief descr...

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Published in:Journal of chemical education 1997-03, Vol.74 (3), p.318
Main Authors: Grant, Christopher A, Hardwick, J. L
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:A simple and robust experimental apparatus is described which allows students to record the stimulated Raman spectra of organic liquids. The experiment, which is based on a doubled Nd:YAG laser, is suitable for an advanced undergraduate laboratory in physical chemistry or spectroscopy. A brief description of the theory behind stimulated Raman scattering is given. Spectra recorded with this apparatus, showing both stimulated Raman scattering and coherent anti-Stokes Raman scattering, are presented for benzene, acetonitrile, and their perdeuterated forms.
ISSN:0021-9584
1938-1328
DOI:10.1021/ed074p318