Explain why the ^(13)C NMR spectrum of CH_(2)Cl_(2) is a triplet but the ^(1)H NMR spectrum is a singlet. Explain why the 13C NMR spectrum of CH,Cl, is a triplet but the 'H NMR spectrum is a singlet.
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The carbon atom in the methyl group is bonded to three hydrogen atoms, while the carbon atom in the methylene group is bonded to two hydrogen atoms and one chlorine atom. This difference in the chemical environment of the carbon atoms results in two different Show more…
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