An Unknown Compound Has a Sharp,medium Peak at 2250 Cm^-1

question 8

Multiple Choice

An unknown compound has a sharp,medium peak at 2250 cm^-1.The unknown compound is probably

• A)an alkane.
• B)an aldehyde.
• C)an alkene.
• D)a nitrile.

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Definitions:

Heat Energy

A form of energy that is transferred between systems or objects with different temperatures, driving processes like evaporation and melting.

Cooling History

The record of the thermal evolution of a rock or planet, illustrating the rates of cooling over time.

Increase in Temperature

A rise in the heat content or thermal state of an object, substance, or atmosphere, often discussed in the context of climate change and global warming.

Increase in Pressure

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