Chapter 9, Problem 2PP

PRACTICE PROBLEM

What compound with molecular formula C₃H₆Cl₂is consistent with the¹H NMR spectrum shown in Fig.9.7? Interpret the data by assigning each aspect of the spectrum to the structure you propose. (In other words, explain how the chemical shifts, signal areas, and splitting patterns support your conclusion.)

The 300-MHz¹H NMR spectrum of the compound in Practice Problem 9.2 with formula C₃H₆Cl₂. Expansions of the signals are shown in the offset plots.