A-LevelChemistryAnalytical techniquesMay/June 2020Paper 1 Q381 Mark
Propanal reacts with hydrogen cyanide. Which absorptions are present in the infra-red spectrum of the product? 1 a weak absorption in the range 2200–2250 cm⁻¹ 2 a strong absorption in the range 3200–3600 cm⁻¹ 3 a strong absorption in the range 1040–1300 cm⁻¹
A1, 2 and 3 are correct
B1 and 2 only are correct
C2 and 3 only are correct
D1 only is correct
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