Chemistry

The empirical formula of an organic compound is C3H4N. Its molecular weight is 108. Find the amount of carbon in one mole of the compound. Show all the steps involved.

(Atomic weights: C- 12; H- 1; N- 14)

Stoichiometry

ICSE Sp 2024

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Answer

Empirical formula is C3H4N

Molecular weight = 108

Amount of carbon in 1 mole of the compound = molar mass of carbon x number of carbon atoms in the empirical formula.

= 12 x 3 = 36 g/mol

Hence, in 1 mole of the compound C3H4N, there is approximately 36 grams of carbon.

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