Which Region in the IR Spectrum Could Be Used to Distinguish

question 84

Multiple Choice

Which region in the IR spectrum could be used to distinguish between aspirin and naproxen (aleve) ?

• A) 2900-3000 cm^-1
• B) 1360-1380 cm^-1
• C) 1700-1800 cm^-1
• D) 3100-3500 cm^-1

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Hamilton's Rule

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