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What functional groups are present in compound X, and what are their respective absorption frequencies in infrared spectroscopy? How can this information be used to determine the identity of compound X?

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To answer this question, we need the structure or formula of compound X. However, I can provide a general explanation of how functional groups and their absorption frequencies in infrared  IR  spectroscopy can be used to determine the identity of a compound.Infrared spectroscopy is a technique used to identify functional groups present in a compound by measuring the absorption of infrared radiation at different frequencies. Each functional group has a characteristic absorption frequency or range of frequencies, which corresponds to the energy required to excite the vibrations of the chemical bonds within the group.Some common functional groups and their approximate absorption frequencies in IR spectroscopy are:1. Hydroxyl group  O-H : 3200-3600 cm  broad 2. Carboxylic acid  O-H : 2500-3300 cm  broad 3. Amine  N-H : 3300-3500 cm4. Alkene  C=C : 1620-1680 cm5. Carbonyl  C=O : 1680-1750 cm6. Nitrile  CN : 2210-2260 cm7. Alkyne  CC : 2100-2250 cmTo determine the identity of compound X, you would first obtain its IR spectrum by exposing the compound to infrared radiation and measuring the absorption at different frequencies. Then, you would analyze the spectrum to identify the characteristic absorption peaks corresponding to specific functional groups. By comparing the observed absorption frequencies with the known frequencies for various functional groups, you can deduce which functional groups are present in the compound.Once you have identified the functional groups, you can use this information along with other analytical techniques  such as NMR spectroscopy or mass spectrometry  to determine the complete structure and identity of compound X.

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