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A mass spectrum shows significant peaks at m/z = 87, 115,
Chapter 14, Problem 50P(choose chapter or problem)
QUESTION:
A mass spectrum shows significant peaks at \(m / z=87,115,140, \text { and } 143\). Which of the following compounds is responsible for that mass spectrum?
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m/z =87, 115, 140, and 143
Questions & Answers
QUESTION:
A mass spectrum shows significant peaks at \(m / z=87,115,140, \text { and } 143\). Which of the following compounds is responsible for that mass spectrum?
Equation Transcription:
Text Transcription:
m/z =87, 115, 140, and 143
ANSWER:Solution 50P
The most important fragmentation reaction for alcohols is the loss of an alkyl group via alpha-cleavage adjacent to the hydroxyl group and dehydration.
Formation of molecular ion peaks for the given compounds are as follows: