Introductory Chemistry: An Active Learning Approach
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**Problem: Determining Empirical and Molecular Formulas**

A compound is composed of 54.53% Carbon (C), 9.15% Hydrogen (H), and 36.32% Oxygen (O) by mass. Determine the empirical formula of the compound. Insert subscripts as needed.

**Empirical Formula:**

CHO

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The molecular mass of the compound is 132 amu. Determine the molecular formula. Insert subscripts as needed.

**Molecular Formula:**

CHO
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Transcribed Image Text:**Problem: Determining Empirical and Molecular Formulas** A compound is composed of 54.53% Carbon (C), 9.15% Hydrogen (H), and 36.32% Oxygen (O) by mass. Determine the empirical formula of the compound. Insert subscripts as needed. **Empirical Formula:** CHO --- The molecular mass of the compound is 132 amu. Determine the molecular formula. Insert subscripts as needed. **Molecular Formula:** CHO
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