1. a. What is the empirical formula of a compound with the following mass composi- tion: 40.92% C 4.58% H 54.50% 0? b. The molar mass of this compound is 176.1 g/mole. What is its molecular formula?

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1. a. What is the empirical formula of a compound with the following mass composi-
tion: 40.92% C 4.58% H 54.50% 0?
b. The molar mass of this compound is 176.1 g/mole. What is its molecular
formula?
Transcribed Image Text:1. a. What is the empirical formula of a compound with the following mass composi- tion: 40.92% C 4.58% H 54.50% 0? b. The molar mass of this compound is 176.1 g/mole. What is its molecular formula?
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