Which of the Following Functional Groups Is Likely to Be

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following functional groups is likely to be present in a molecule that has peaks in the infrared spectrum at 1630-1820 cm−¹ (strong, broad) and 1000-1250 cm−¹; but does not have peaks at 3200-3650 cm−¹?

• A) alcohol
• B) aldehyde or ketone
• C) ether
• D) ester

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