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Combustion analysis is performed for determining the:

Correct answer: B. Empirical formula of organic compounds

  • A. Number of ions
  • B. Empirical formula of organic compounds
  • C. Structural formula
  • D. Isotopes of an element

Explanation

Combustion analysis is a method used to find the elemental composition of an organic compound. By measuring the mass of CO₂ and H₂O produced, one can determine the compound's empirical formula.

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