Chemistry
The empirical formula and molecular mass of a compound are CH2O and 180 g respectively. What will be the molecular formula of the compound?
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Answer
Given,
empirical formula = CH2O
Hence, empirical formula mass = 12 + 2(1) + 16 = 12 + 2 + 16 = 30 g
molecular formula = n x empirical formula
where,
n =
∴ n = = 6
Hence, molecular formula = 6 x CH2O = C6H12O6
Therefore, the molecular formula of the compound is C6H12O6
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