Which region of electromagnetic spectrum is involved in nuclear magnetic resonance microwave(NMR spectroscopy)?

Correct answer: B. Radio wave

  • A. Microwave
  • B. Radio wave
  • C. Infrared region
  • D. X-rays

Explanation

NMR spectroscopy works by applying a radio frequency to the sample, specific to the nuclei of interest. The energy from the radio frequency pulse is enough to flip the nuclei from its Alpha position to the Beta.

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