Chapter 3, Problem 116SAE

Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation:

To explain the mole of a compound.

Concept introduction:

The mole is a unit of measurement used to express amount of a chemical substances that contains as many elementary entities.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation:

To explain structural formula.

Concept introduction:

The structural formula which shows the arrangements of bonds and atoms in a molecule or compound.

Interpretation Introduction

(c)

Interpretation:

To explain oxidation state.

Concept introduction:

The charge of an atom in ionic form or in a molecule is called oxidation state.

Interpretation Introduction

(d)

Interpretation:

To determine the carbon − hydrogen − oxygen by using combustion analysis.

Concept introduction:

When oxygen combines with another compound to form water and carbon dioxide is called a combustion reaction.

For example,

${\text{C}}_{\text{3}}{\text{H}}_{\text{8}}{\text{+5O}}_{\text{2}}\to {\text{3CO}}_{\text{2}}{\text{+ 4H}}_{\text{2}}\text{O + Heat}$