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A-LevelChemistryAnalytical techniquesFeb/Mar 2023Paper 1 Q381 Mark

The infrared spectrum of an organic compound is shown. [Figure 38.1: Infrared spectrum showing transmittance (%) vs wavenumber (cm⁻¹). A table of characteristic infrared absorption ranges for various bonds and functional groups is also provided.] Which compound could give this spectrum?

ACH3CH2CO2H
BCH3CH(OH)CH3
CCH3COCH3
DCH3COCH2OH

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This multiple-choice question appeared in the Cambridge A-Level Chemistry (9701) Feb/Mar 2023 examination, Paper 1 Variant 2. It tests the topic of Analytical techniques and is worth 1 mark.

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