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Stretching in CO₂ Molecule: Symmetric, Asymmetric & Bending (Scissoring) Explained

The CO₂ molecule (carbon dioxide) shows different vibrational modes due to the stretching and bending of bonds. In symmetric stretching, both oxygen atoms move in and out at the same time, keeping the molecule balanced. In asymmetric stretching, one oxygen atom moves in while the other moves out, creating an uneven motion. Bending (scissoring) vibration happens when the oxygen atoms move towards and away from each other, changing the angle at the carbon atom. These vibrations are important in IR spectroscopy and help in identifying the CO₂ molecule. Examples can be seen in greenhouse gas analysis, atmospheric chemistry, and molecular structure studies.

Keywords included: CO₂ molecule vibrations, symmetric stretching, asymmetric stretching, bending vibration, scissoring mode, IR spectroscopy, greenhouse gas, molecular motion, linear molecule vibrations.