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What is the percentage mass ratio of carbon and hydrogen in benzene?

Correct answer: D. 12:1

  • A. 1:1
  • B. 3:1
  • C. 6:1
  • D. 12:1

Explanation

The mass of carbon is 12g/mol and that of hydrogen is 1g/mol. Since there are 6 carbon atoms in benzene and 6 hydrogen atoms, the ratio of percentage mass will become 6x12:6x1 which is the same as 72:6. This can be simplified to 12:1.

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