FT–NMR

Definition

FT-NMR (Fourier Transform Nuclear Magnetic Resonance) is a technique used in organic chemistry to determine the molecular structure of organic compounds by observing the interaction of nuclear spins when placed in a magnetic field and radiated with radiofrequency. This process transforms the time-domain NMR signal into a frequency-domain spectrum, providing detailed information about the chemical environment of the nuclei.

Related terms

Chemical shift: The change in resonant frequency of a nucleus caused by the electron cloud's shielding effect, which provides information on the chemical environment of that nucleus.

Spin: Spin Coupling - An interaction between two or more nuclear spins that splits NMR signals into multiple components, revealing how nuclei are linked within a molecule.

Relaxation Time: The time it takes for spinning nuclei to return to their equilibrium state after being disturbed by radiofrequency radiation, offering insights into molecular dynamics