What is the structure of a glycol with a formula of C6H14O2?

In summary, the homework problem involves determining the structure of a glycol with the formula C6H14O2. The H NMR indicates 6H and 1H integrations, while the IR and H NMR spectra are also provided. The solution involves using the IDH formula to determine that the molecule is a straight chain with two OH groups and two CH3 groups.
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Homework Statement



It is supposed to be a glycol with a formula of C6H14O2.
The H NMR integrations are 6H and 1H as indicated on the H NMR.

The IR:
http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/90/18155707.jpg/

The H NMR:
http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/155/hnmr.jpg/


Homework Equations



IDH = (2+ (2*#C)- #H)/2

The Attempt at a Solution


I calculated the IDH to be zero meaning that it is a straight chain.
My guess is:
CH3 CH3
| |
OH--C----C--OH
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CH3 CH3
​
I'm not sure if it's right though.
Thanks a lot to anyone who helps out!
 
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Looks good to me.
 
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Thank you so much!
 

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