A dilute solution of acetic acid produced by fermentation and oxidation of natural carbohydrates is called vinegar. If 48.7 g of acetic acid, CH3COOH , are dissolved in 68.1 g of water, what is the mole fraction of acetic acid? Atomic Mass:     C=12.01  ;   H=1.008   ;    O = 16.0 Express your answer in three decimal places. Do not write the unit.

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A dilute solution of acetic acid produced by fermentation and oxidation of natural carbohydrates is called vinegar. If 48.7 g of acetic acid, CH3COOH , are dissolved in 68.1 g of water, what is the mole fraction of acetic acid?

Atomic Mass:     C=12.01  ;   H=1.008   ;    O = 16.0

Express your answer in three decimal places. Do not write the unit.

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