Chapter 19, Problem 19.11P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The way in which $\text{2-heptanone}$ could be distinguished from $\text{3-heptanone}$ by the use of mass spectrometry is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Spectroscopy method is used to identify the structure of the substance. The mass spectroscopy is used to determine the molecular mass of a compound. In the mass spectrum, the molecular ion peak is the most important peak. The ratio $m/z$ of the molecular ion occurs at the molecular mass.