IB skill practice

Use spectroscopic evidence for structure determination

Paper 1, Paper 2 5 marks Difficulty 4

Use combined spectra to identify structure

A organic structure seminar gives ester C=O absorption and fragment consistent with ethyl group. Identify the most consistent structure. 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.