Which of these statements best describes the difference between traditional spectroscopy and NMR?
A) Spectroscopy requires that the sample be in a magnetic field.
B) NMR utilizes high energy electromagnetic radiation , whereas spectroscopy does not.
C) NMR utilizes the transitions of hydrogen nuclei , whereas spectroscopy utilizes the transitions of electrons.
D) NMR and spectroscopy are essentially the same.
E) Both B and C are correct.

Question

Which of these statements best describes the difference between traditional spectroscopy and NMR?
A) Spectroscopy requires that the sample be in a magnetic field.
B) NMR utilizes high energy electromagnetic radiation , whereas  spectroscopy does not.
C) NMR utilizes the transitions of hydrogen nuclei , whereas  spectroscopy utilizes the transitions of electrons.
D) NMR and spectroscopy are essentially the same.
E) Both B and C are correct.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

NMR specifically utilizes the transitions of hydrogen nuclei (protons), while traditional spectroscopy can encompass a variety of methods that analyze the transitions of electrons in molecules. Option A is incorrect as many forms of traditional spectroscopy do not require a magnetic field. Option B is not true as NMR typically uses low energy radio waves, not high energy EM radiation. Option D is not true as NMR is a form of spectroscopy. Option E is incorrect as NMR does not utilize high energy EM radiation.

Which of These Statements Best Describes the Difference Between Traditional