In the Mass Spectrum of Bromoform,CHBr₃,molecular Ion Peaks Appear at M/z

question 73

Multiple Choice

In the mass spectrum of bromoform,CHBr₃,molecular ion peaks appear at m/z 250,251,252,and 253? What is the ratio of the intensities of these peaks?

• A)1:1:1:1
• B)1:2:2:1
• C)1:3:3:1
• D)2:3:3:2
• E)3:2:2:3

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Definitions:

End-Carbon Atoms

The carbon atoms located at the extremities of a carbon chain in organic molecules, often involved in reactions due to their unique positions.

Cyclic Alkanes

Saturated hydrocarbons forming a ring structure, also known as cycloalkanes, with the general formula CnH2n.

Decane

A straight-chain alkane with the chemical formula C10H22, commonly used in solvents and as a constituent of gasoline.

Alkane

A hydrocarbon compound consisting entirely of hydrogen and carbon atoms, arranged in a tree structure with single bonds, part of the paraffin series.