harmonic constant

symbols: $\omega_{\rm{e}}$, $\omega_{k}$, units: $\pu{m-1}$, $\pu{cm-1}$
synonym: harmonic wavenumber
https://doi.org/10.1351/goldbook.08610
Coefficient of (\(\nu + ½\)) in the vibrational term value, determined by the harmonic terms in the vibrational potential energy.
Note:
SI unit: \(\pu{m-1}\). Common unit: \(\pu{cm-1}\).
Source:
PAC, 2021, 93, 647. 'Glossary of methods and terms used in analytical spectroscopy (IUPAC Recommendations 2019)' on page 748 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2019-0203)