Some Basic Principles Of Organic Chemistry Question 82
Question: An organic compound containing C, H and N gave following analysis : C = 40%, H = 13.33% and N = 46.67%. Its empirical formula would be [CBSE PMT 1998, 99; AFMC 2000; KCET 2002; Pb. PMT 2004]
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Answer:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
| Element | No.of moles | Simple ratio |
|---|---|---|
| C = 40% | 40/12 3.33 | 1 |
| H = 13.33% | 13.33/1 13.33 | 4 |
| N = 46.67% | 46.67/14 3.33 | 1 |
Thus formula
