IR Spectroscopy Help for Organic Chemistry

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This discussion focuses on the challenges faced by students learning IR Spectroscopy and mass spectrometry in organic chemistry. Key difficulties include identifying functional groups, particularly aldehydes and ketones, using IR spectra. A specific wavelength of ~1600 cm-1 indicates a C=O double bond, which is crucial for recognizing these functional groups. Participants share resources for practicing IR spectroscopy problems, including links to educational websites.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of IR Spectroscopy principles
  • Familiarity with mass spectrometry techniques
  • Knowledge of organic functional groups
  • Ability to interpret spectral data
NEXT STEPS
  • Explore online resources for IR Spectroscopy practice problems
  • Study the differences between aldehydes and ketones in spectral analysis
  • Learn about the significance of functional group identification in organic chemistry
  • Review mass spectrometry techniques and their applications in organic analysis
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Organic chemistry students, educators, and anyone seeking to improve their understanding of IR Spectroscopy and mass spectrometry for functional group identification.

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I am taking my second semester of organic this summer. We are working on IR Spectroscopy and mass spectrometry in class. Is there anywhere that anyone knows about that may put it all together? Or can anyone maybe give me some tips on how to remember all of the main functional groups? I am having trouble keeping up with aldehydes and ketones when I look at other parts of the print out. I will see a spike at ~1600 so I will know there is a C O double bond but somehow miss the aldehyde or ketone. Any help that you all have would be great.
 
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