Which of the following factors influences how intensely a functional group absorbs infrared radiation (large peak vs. small peak)?

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The intensity of absorption in infrared spectroscopy is dependent on the dipole moment of a functional group. A larger dipole moment will result in a larger peak and vice versa. The other factors listed (mass of atoms, bond strength, and bond length) do not significantly affect the intensity of absorption in infrared spectroscopy.

Which of the Following Factors Influences How Intensely a Functional