Some Basic Concepts Of Chemistry Question 35
Question: A compound contains 54.55 % carbon, 9.09% hydrogen, 36.36% oxygen. The empirical formula of this compound is:
Options:
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D)
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
[d] C (54.55) =54.55/12=4.5 4.5/2.27=2
H (9.09) 9.09/1-9.09 9.09/2.27=4
O (36.36)_ 36.36/16=2.27 2.27/2.27= 1
Hence empirical formula of the compound
