Interpretation: The molecular formula for the given compound and its molar mass need to be determined.
Concept Introduction: From the structural formula of a compound, the molecular formula can be calculated by counting the number of atoms of different elements present in it. After knowing the number and type of atoms of the element present in the compound and their respective atomic masses, the molar mass of the molecule can be calculated.
Answer to Problem 12STP
60 g/mol
Explanation of Solution
The given structural formula of the compound is as follows:
From the above structure, it can be seen that there are three carbon atoms, 1 oxygen atom, and 8 hydrogen atoms. Thus, the molecular formula of the compound will be
The
Thus, the molar mass of the compound is
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