Mass Spectroscopy Flashcards
1
Q
What is mass spectroscopy?
A
Mass spectroscopy is an analytical technique which separates molecules based on their m/z ratio
2
Q
Give the fragmentation spectrum of alkanes
A
M-14, M-28, M-42 etc.
3
Q
m/z ratio of alkenes
A
41
4
Q
fragmentation spectrum of alkenes
A
M-15, M-29, M-43, M-57 etc. (same as ketones)
5
Q
m/z ratio of alkynes
A
39
6
Q
fragmentation spectrum of alkynes
A
M-1
7
Q
fragmentation spectrum of alcohols
A
M-18
8
Q
m/z ratio of aldehydes
A
aliphatic: 29, 44
9
Q
fragmentation spectrum of aldehydes
A
aliphatic: M-29, M-43
aromatic: M-1, M-29
10
Q
fragmentation spectrum of ketones
A
same as alkenes
