Practice The Mass Spectrum - 12.1.2 | Chapter 12: Spectroscopic Identification of Organic Compounds | IB Grade 12-Chemistry
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the process of forming ions in mass spectrometry called?

💡 Hint: Think about the initial stage of mass spectrometry.

Question 2

Easy

What does the base peak in a mass spectrum represent?

💡 Hint: It's related to abundance.

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Question 1

What is mass spectrometry primarily used for?

  • A) Determining molecular mass
  • B) Determining molecular weight
  • C) Analyzing colors

💡 Hint: Think about the main function of mass spectrometry.

Question 2

True or False: The molecular ion peak M$^+$ indicates the intact molecule after losing an electron.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider what happens during ionization.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given a mass spectrum with peaks at m/z 72 (M$^+$), 57 (base peak), and 43, with significant M+1 and M+2 peaks, deduce the likely molecular formula and discuss possible structural units present.

💡 Hint: Analyze the peak at m/z 57 carefully; it may provide clues.

Question 2

A compound with a molecular ion peak at m/z 98 shows fragment ions at m/z 81, 69, and 43. Discuss how you would approach determining its possible structure.

💡 Hint: Consider common fragmentation patterns for carbon-based compounds.

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