Table 2:
Relevant FT-IR characteristic group frequencies
| Functional Group | Absorption Range (cm−1) |
|---|---|
| OH st | 3200-3650 |
| H2O | 3000-3700 |
| Amines | |
| N-H st | 3300-3500 |
| NH2δ | 1550-1650 |
| Carboxylic Acids | |
| COO-H st | 2500-3550 |
| C=O st | 1650-1800 |
| Phosphates | |
| v3PO4 | 1000-1150 |
| v1PO4 | ~950 |
| v4PO4 | 500-620 |
| v2PO4 | 400-470 |