5.1 Mass Spectrometry Flashcards
1
Q
Base Peak
A
The base peak is the peak of greatest abundance in a mass spectrum.
2
Q
Molecular Ion Peak
A
A peak produced by an ion formed by the removal of one electron from a molecule.
3
Q
M+1 Peak
A
A peak produced by a molecular ion with an increased mass due to the presence of one carbon-13 atom.
4
Q
Fragmentation Ion
A
This is a positively charged ion produced when the molecular ion breaks apart.
