A compound was formed when ethanoic acid was reacted with an
alcohol. The high-resolution proton NMR spectrum of the product
is shown in Figure 3.
Figure 3 NMR spectrum for Question 8
(a) How many chemical environments for hydrogen atoms are
present in this molecule? (1 mark)

(b) What can we deduce about the structure of this molecule by
the splitting of the peaks at A and C, and the absence of
splitting of the peak at B? Explain your answers.
(3 marks)
(c) Suggest a structure for the compound. (1 mark)
(d) What will be the ratio of the areas for peaks A, B and C for this
structure?
(3 marks)
(e) Make a sketch of the spectrum and draw in the integration
trace.