Chapter 17 Flashcards
1
Q
Mass spectrometer
A
detects the mass to charge ratio caused by fragment ions
2
Q
Fragmentation
A
when molecular ions break down into smaller fragments
3
Q
Bonds absorb IR radiation which causes
A
them to bend and stretch
4
Q
the mass of the atoms in the bond (IR)
A
heavier atoms vibrate more slowly than lighter atoms
5
Q
the strength of the bond (IR)
A
stronger bonds vibrate faster than weaker bonds
6
Q
Broad peak (2500-3000)
A
-COOH
7
Q
peak (1630-1820)
A
Aldehyde or Ketone
8
Q
Sharp peak (2500-3000_
A
-OH in an alcohol
