Chapter 19, Problem 19.60P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The structure of monomer ${\text{C}}_8{\text{H}}_6{\text{O}}_4$ is to be predicted.

Concept introduction:

The method of spectroscopy is used to identify the structure of the molecule. It is based on the interactions between matter and electromagnetic radiations. IR spectroscopy is used to identify the functional group present in a compound. Each and every bond vibrates at a characteristic frequency. Proton $\text{NMR}$ spectroscopy identifies the number of hydrogen atoms present in a molecule and the nature of the functional group. The value of chemical peaks depends upon the chemical environment around the hydrogen atom.