Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What does the Molecular Ion Peak in a mass spectrum represent?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Check what M⁺ signifies in mass spectra.

Question 2

Easy

What is the primary purpose of IR spectroscopy?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how molecules interact with infrared light.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What does the Base Peak in a mass spectrum represent?

  • The molecular ion
  • The most stable fragment
  • The least stable fragment

πŸ’‘ Hint: Which peak stands out as the tallest in the spectrum?

Question 2

True or False: Infrared spectroscopy can provide information about the molecular mass of a compound.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what IR actually measures.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Given a compound with a mass spectrum showing a molecular ion peak at m/z = 58 and notable fragment ion peaks at m/z = 43, 15, and 29, determine possible structural features of the compound.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Analyze the fragments for common group patterns.

Question 2

A compound has an IR spectrum showing a strong peak at 1715 cm⁻¹ and a broad peak around 3300 cm⁻¹. Propose structures that could match these spectral features.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the functional groups that these peaks correspond to.

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