Chapter 17, Problem 8RAT

If you have one molecule of^TiO₂ , how many molecules of ^O₂ does it contain?

One; ^TiO₂ is a mixture of ^Ti and ^O₂.

None; ^O₂ is a different molecule from ^TiO₂.

Two; ^TiO₂ is a mixture of ^Ti and ^{2 O} .

Three; ^TiO₂ contains three molecules.

To determine

The molecules of ^O₂ in one molecule of ^TiO₂

Answer to Problem 8RAT

The correct option for the molecules of ^O₂ in one molecule of ^TiO₂ is option (a).

Explanation of Solution

The species made by the combination of two or more different atoms are considered as a molecule.

A ^TiO₂ is a molecule which consists of two different atoms and they are as follows,

One ^Ti atom.

One ^O₂ atom.

Thus, one molecule of ^TiO₂ is a mixture of ^Ti and ^O₂.

Conclusion:

Therefore, the correct option is option (a).