Scaling factor

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-010542",
  "term": "Scaling factor",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A numerical multiplier used to adjust the magnitude of a quantity or a set of data. In theoretical chemistry, it is often applied to vibrational frequencies calculated from quantum mechanical methods to bring them into better agreement with experimental values. These factors account for approximations in the theoretical model and anharmonicity effects.",
  "subject": "Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1999, 71, 1919. 'Glossary of terms used in theoretical organic chemistry' on page 1961 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199971101919)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/scaling-factor/"
}