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1. Comment on the suitability of running the infrared spectrum under each of the

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Question

1. Comment on the suitability of running the infrared spectrum under each of the following conditions. IF there is a problem with the conditions given, provide a suitable alternative method. (a) A neat spectrum of liquid with a boiling point of 150 degrees celcius is determined using salt plates. (b) A neat spectrum of a liquid with a boiling point of 35 degrees celcius is determined using salt plates. (c) A KBr pellet is prepared with a compound that melts at 200 degrees celcius. (d) A KBr pellet is prepared with a compound that melts at 30 degrees celcius. (e) A solid aliphatic hydrocarbon compound is determined as a Nujol mull. (f) Silver chloride plates are used to determine the spectrum of aniline. (g) Sodium chloride plates are selected to run the spectrum of a compound that contains some water.

Explanation / Answer

(e) A solid aliphatic hydrocarbon compound is determined as a Nujol mull. because of solvent nature of C-H bond