why-are-y-ions-typically-more-prominent-in-a-mass-spectrum-than-b-ions

Question

Why are y ions typically more prominent in a mass spectrum than b ions?

Accepted Answer

Y ions are more stable and have higher intensity.

Answer

Y ions are less stable than b ions.

Answer

Y ions are only theoretical and do not appear in spectra.

Answer

Y ions are not detected in mass spectrometry.