5 Questions
What is the intensity of the M + 1 peak for the molecular ion derived from methane?
1.18%
How many molecules of methane out of 100 have the nominal mass of 17?
Negligible
What method is employed for determining the molecular formula based on the measurement of the relative intensities of the isotope peaks?
Low-resolution mass spectrometer
How are the data about the relative natural abundance of stable isotopes presented in Table 5.2?
As a percentage of the total isotopes present and as a percentage of the most abundant isotope
What is the chance of finding an H isotope in a molecule of methane compared to finding a C isotope?
Four times greater
Test your understanding of isotopes and molecular composition with this quiz. Explore the probabilities of finding specific isotopes in methane molecules and enhance your knowledge of molecular mass and composition.
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