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How many formula units are in 250.0 g of the following substances?
(a)
Interpretation:
The number of formula units in
Explanation of Solution
For calculating the number of formula units present, the conversion map is as follows:
The units of molar mass is
The number of formula units present in one sand grain is determined as follows:
Here,
The molar mass of
Therefore,
(b)
Interpretation:
The number of formula units in
Explanation of Solution
The molar mass of
Therefore,
(c)
Interpretation:
The number of formula units in
Explanation of Solution
The molar mass of
Therefore,
(d)
Interpretation:
The number of formula units in
Explanation of Solution
The molar mass of Fe is
Therefore,
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