Question

Would it be possible to conduct an UV/Vis spectroscopy experiment on a sample of the compound C3H3O2? Explain.

Answer 1

Answer: Yes, we can conduct a UV/Vis spectroscopy experiment for $C_3H_3O_2$ compound.

Explanation: UV/Vis Spectroscopy is used for the quantitative determination of conjugated organic compounds, biological macromolecules and transition metal ions.

We are given a compound $C_3H_3O_2$, in which conjugation is present and undergoes $\pi-\pi^*$ transition. This transition means that the energy gap is low and hence the wavelength will be more.

According to the Planck's relation:

$E=\frac{hc}{\lambda}$

Energy and wavelength follow inverse relation.

Answer 2

Different substances can interact differently with light. So for me, I think the answer would be yes. It is possible to conduct an UV/Vis spectroscopy experiment on a sample of the compound C3H3O2. Every substance is unique and has its own light interactions.