A 32.90 gram sample of a hydrate of MnSO4 was heated thoroughly in a porcelain crucible, until its weight remained constant. After heating, 17.93 grams of the dehydrated compound remained. What is the formula of the hydrate? Use a period instead of a dot in the formula of the hydrate.

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Determine the formula of a hydrated compound.
A 32.90 gram sample of a hydrate of MnSO4 was heated thoroughly in a porcelain crucible, until its weight remained
constant. After heating, 17.93 grams of the dehydrated compound remained. What is the formula of the hydrate?
Use a period instead of a dot in the formula of the hydrate.
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Transcribed Image Text:Determine the formula of a hydrated compound. A 32.90 gram sample of a hydrate of MnSO4 was heated thoroughly in a porcelain crucible, until its weight remained constant. After heating, 17.93 grams of the dehydrated compound remained. What is the formula of the hydrate? Use a period instead of a dot in the formula of the hydrate. Check & Submit Answer Show Approach
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