Chemistry: Structure and Properties (2nd Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134293936
Author: Nivaldo J. Tro
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 4, Problem 32E
Determine the empirical formula for the compound represented by each molecular formula.
- C2H4
- C6H12O6
- NH3
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