NMR active nuclei

NMR active nuclei are atoms with certain types of nuclei that can interact with magnetic fields. These nuclei have a property called spin, which makes them behave like tiny magnets. When placed in a strong magnetic field, they absorb and emit radiofrequency energy at specific frequencies, allowing us to gather detailed information about the structure of molecules. Common NMR active nuclei include hydrogen-1 (^1H), carbon-13 (^13C), and nitrogen-15 (^15N). Their ability to respond to magnetic fields is what makes NMR spectroscopy a powerful tool for analyzing chemical compounds.