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The empirical formula of the compound was found to be 𝐢𝐻2𝑂. If the molar mass of the compound is 150𝑔/π‘šπ‘œπ‘™. The molecular formula of the compound is:

Correct answer: D. C5H10O5

  • A. C6H12O6
  • B. C4H8O2
  • C. C5H10O4
  • D. C5H10O5

Explanation

The molecular formula is given byMolecular formula = n x empirical formulaWhere n= molecular formula mass/empirical formula massThe empirical formula mass of CH2O is =12+2+16=30g/mol.n = 150/30=5. So Molecular formula is Molecular formula = 5Γ—CH2O = C5H10O5

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