2.1 - Mass Spectrum Peak Analysis
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What is mass spectrometry?
💡 Hint: Think about the process of identifying substances in a sample.
What does fragmentation refer to in mass spectrometry?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens to a molecule when it gets ionized.
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What does mass spectrometry measure?
💡 Hint: Focus on what the method primarily analyzes.
True or False: Mass spectrometry can identify compounds by comparing spectra against a library.
💡 Hint: Think about the process of how new compounds are verified.
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A sample contains multiple organic compounds. Explain how mass spectrometry can be utilized to identify each compound and discuss the significance of peak intensity.
💡 Hint: Consider both the ionization and the analysis parts of mass spectrometry.
Evaluate the impact of sample preparation on the accuracy of mass spectrometry results. Discuss how improper preparation can lead to misidentification.
💡 Hint: Think about how purity affects analytical methods.
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