Decoding The Molecular Structure Of Ethanol: A Comprehensive Infrared Spectroscopy Guide
The ethanol infrared spectrum is a fingerprint of its molecular structure, providing valuable information for its identification. Key features include an intense O-H stretch at 3340 cm-1, a sharp C-H stretch at 2970 cm-1, a C-C stretch at 1100 cm-1, a C-O stretch at 1050 cm-1, and an H-O-H bend at 1640 cm-1. These functional…