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CHM 102 Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis in Organic Chemistry Objective Question

Question

What does UV-Vis spectroscopy detect?
Options
A Molecular vibrations
B Electronic transitions in conjugated π-systems
Correct Answer
C Hydrogen environments
D Fragment masses
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

UV-Vis spectroscopy measures electronic transitions (π→π and n→π) in conjugated systems, indicating chromophores and extent of conjugation.

Hint

Electronic transitions.

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