A 9.055 gram sample of an organic compound containing C, H and O is analyzed by combustion analysis and 16.14 grams of CO2 and 6.608 grams of H₂O are produced. In a separate experiment, the molar mass is found to be 74.08 g/mol. Determine the empirical formula and the molecular formula of the organic compound. (Enter the elements in the order C, H, O.) Empirical formula: Molecular formula:

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A 9.055 gram sample of an organic compound containing
C,
H and
O is analyzed by combustion analysis and 16.14 grams of
CO₂ and 6.608 grams of
H₂O are produced.
In a separate experiment, the molar mass is found to be 74.08 g/mol.
Determine the empirical formula and the molecular formula of the organic
compound.
(Enter the elements in the order C, H, O.)
Empirical formula:
Molecular formula:
Transcribed Image Text:H₂O absorber Sample A 9.055 gram sample of an organic compound containing C, H and O is analyzed by combustion analysis and 16.14 grams of CO₂ and 6.608 grams of H₂O are produced. In a separate experiment, the molar mass is found to be 74.08 g/mol. Determine the empirical formula and the molecular formula of the organic compound. (Enter the elements in the order C, H, O.) Empirical formula: Molecular formula:
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