The infrared spectrum of a compound is unique to the types and number of bonds in the molecule. Draw the structures of salicylic acid and aspirin. What are the key differences of the IR spectrum of aspirin with that of the starting material, salicylic acid? What are the similarities? Interpret the IR spectra of each by assigning the major peaks

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The infrared spectrum of a compound is unique to the types and number of bonds in the molecule. Draw the structures of salicylic acid and aspirin. What are the key differences of the IR spectrum of aspirin with that of the starting material, salicylic acid? What are the similarities? Interpret the IR spectra of each by assigning the major peaks.

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