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A-LevelChemistryAnalytical techniques9701/12 · Feb/Mar 2024 · Q401 Mark

The infrared spectrum of a compound is shown. [Figure showing an infrared spectrum graph] [Table of characteristic infrared absorption ranges] Which functional group could the compound contain?

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Aalcohol
Bcarboxylic acid
Cester
Dnitrile

✓ Correct answer

C: ester

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Analytical techniques, A-Level Chemistry (syllabus 9701). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
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A-Level Chemistry, Feb/Mar 2024 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 40.

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