( C 6 H 12 N 2 O 4 Pt) is a platinum-containing compound that is used to treat certain forms of cancer. This compound contains 52.5% platinum. If the price for platinum is $1047/troy ounce, what is the cost of the platinum in 2.00 g of this compound? A troy ounce is equal to 480 grains, and one grain is equal to 64.8 mg.

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( C 6 H 12 N 2 O 4 Pt) is a platinum-containing compound that is used to treat certain forms of cancer. This compound contains 52.5% platinum. If the price for platinum is $1047/troy ounce, what is the cost of the platinum in 2.00 g of this compound? A troy ounce is equal to 480 grains, and one grain is equal to 64.8 mg.

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