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CHM 102 Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis in Organic Chemistry Objective Question
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Question

What does the molecular ion peak (M⁺) in a mass spectrum indicate?
Options
A The base peak
B The molecular weight of the compound
Correct Answer
C The most abundant fragment
D The boiling point
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The molecular ion peak (M⁺) corresponds to the intact molecule with one electron removed, giving the molecular weight.

Hint

Parent ion mass.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis in Organic Chemistry
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 840 of 1999
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