IB skill practice

Interpret infrared and mass spectral data

Paper 1, Paper 2 5 marks Difficulty 5

Fragment ion mass difference

A mass spectrum in a Auckland HL chemistry tutorial has molecular ion \(m/z=72\) and a fragment peak after loss of \(15\). Calculate the fragment \(m/z\). Use the labelled diagram or spectrum before giving the answer. Enter the answer and choose the interpretation that matches the HL chemistry evidence.

Worked practice: chemistry evidence and answer

Use the chemical evidence first, then enter the result and interpretation that match it.