Which represents the empirical formula for X4Y8? A. XY2 B. X2Y4 C. X4Y8 D. XY

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ZnArK · Answer 1 · 2018-01-08T19:57:30+0000

Answer: The Correct option is A.

Explanation: Empirical formula of a molecule is defined as the simplest whole number ratio of atoms present in that molecule.

So, for a molecule having formula
X_4Y_8 , the simplest whole number ratio becomes when we divide the stoichiometry by 4, which makes up the formula as
.

Therefore, the correct option is A.

Which represents the empirical formula for X4Y8? A. XY2 B. X2Y4 C. X4Y8 D. XY

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