Which of the Following Corresponds to the Molecular Ion in EI

question 48

Multiple Choice

Which of the following corresponds to the molecular ion in EI mass spectrometry?

• A) the most abundant ion
• B) the ion with the smallest m/e
• C) the ion formed by removal of an electron from the molecule
• D) any ion formed by fragmentation of the molecule

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Definitions:

Accumulated Depreciation

The total depreciation of an asset up to a single point in its life, showing how much value has been diminished over time.

Closing Entries

Journal entries made at the end of an accounting period to transfer temporary account balances to permanent accounts, thereby resetting the temporary accounts for the next period.

Retained Earnings

The portion of a company's profits that is kept or retained and not paid out as dividends to shareholders, often used for reinvestment in the business or to pay debt.

Accounting Period

A specific period of time for which financial information is reported, typically a fiscal year or quarter.