A 7.514 gram sample of an organic compound containing C, H and O is analyzed by combustion analysis and 10.65 grams of CO₂ and 6.544 grams of H₂O are produced. In a separate experiment, the molar mass is found to be 62.07 g/mol. Determine the empirical formula and the molecular formula of the organic compound. Enter the elements in the order C, H, O empirical formula = molecular formula

A 7.514 gram sample of an organic compound containing C, H and O is analyzed by combustion analysis and 10.65 grams of CO₂ and 6.544 grams of H₂O are produced. In a separate experiment, the molar mass is found to be 62.07 g/mol. Determine the empirical formula and the molecular formula of the organic compound. Enter the elements in the order C, H, O empirical formula = molecular formula

Chemistry

10th Edition

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Author:Steven S. Zumdahl, Susan A. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste

Publisher:Steven S. Zumdahl, Susan A. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste

Chapter1: Chemical Foundations

Section: Chapter Questions

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