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Question

The mass spectra of 1-methoxybutane and 1-ethoxypropane are shown below. Identify which spectrum corresponds to each compound

Mass spectrum for 1-ethoxypropane showing peaks at m/z values with relative intensities.

Mass spectrum for 1-methoxybutane displaying distinct peaks at various m/z values.

Accepted Answer

i) 1-ethoxypropane; ii) 1-methoxybutane

Answer

i) 1-methoxybutane; ii) 1-ethoxypropane