Cambridge AS & A Level Chemistry
22.2Mass spectrometry
Mass spectrometry in Cambridge AS & A Level Chemistry: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives
What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.
- 22.2.1Analyse mass spectra in terms of m/e values and isotopic abundances.
- 22.2.2Calculate relative atomic mass from isotopic abundances or a mass spectrum.
- 22.2.3Deduce molecular mass from the molecular ion peak.
- 22.2.4Suggest the identity of simple fragments.
- 22.2.5Deduce the number of carbon atoms from the [M+1]⁺ peak.
- 22.2.6Deduce the presence of bromine and chlorine from the [M+2]⁺ peak.
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Interpreting mass spectra
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