Chemistry 9701 · AS & A Level · Analytical techniques

Analytical techniques — practice question

Mass spectrometry and NMR spectroscopy are valuable methods for working out the structures of organic compounds.
(a(i))[2]

Use the data to work out how many carbon atoms are present in L.

(a(ii))[1]

State which element is shown by the M+2 peak.

(a(iii))[4]

What does the NMR spectrum show about the number of protons in L and their chemical environments?

(a(iv))[7]

Use the information provided and your answers to (i), (ii) and (iii) to deduce a structure for L. Explain how you reached your answer.

(b(i))[1]

Suggest one difference between the fragmentation patterns in the mass spectra of these compounds.

(b(ii))[2]

Suggest two differences between the NMR spectra of these compounds.

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This 17-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Correct application of isotope ratio to obtain $n = 7$

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