In: Chemistry
Based on gas chromatography results, predict the approximate
retention times that probably would be obtained for the following
compounds, and explain your predictions. (Compare the boiling
points and intermolecular forces for each compound.)
3-Methyl-2-butanone (CAS Reg. No. 563-80-4)
IUPAC Name | Boiling Pt (deg C) | Retention Time (mins.) |
2-Propanone | 56.05 | 0.525 |
2-Butanone | 79.59 | 0.825 |
2-Pentanone | 102.26 | 1.505 |
4-Methyl-2-pentanone | 116.5 | 2.290 |
2-Hexanone | 127.6 | 3.455 |