Question

What is the empirical formula of a compound containing 65.5 grams carbon, 5.5 grams hydrogen, and 29.0 grams oxygen?

Answer 1

C₃H₃O

Step-by-step explanation:

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Answer 2

Answer: The empirical formula is C₃H₃O.

Explanation: Assume we have 100 g of the compound. Then we have 65.65.5 g of C, 5.5 g of H, and 29.0 g of O.