Question #f70e8
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(E) The difference cannot easily be seen by IR.
Explanation:
(A) The peak at
Wrong. Both carboxylic acids and esters absorb at about
(B) The peak at
Wrong. The aromatic
(C) There will be a new peak at
Wrong. This is the region where triple bonds and cumulated double bonds absorb. None of these are present in the product.
(D) There will be a new peak at
Wrong. This is the region of
(E) The difference cannot easily be seen by IR
Correct. However, an experienced chemist could tell the difference.
A carboxylic acid has a very broad
(Adapted from the NIST WebBook)
A phenol has a narrower absorption from
(Adapted from the NIST WebBook)