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  • 12-11-2021
  • Chemistry
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What is the empirical formula of a compound that is 27.3% carbon, 9.10% hydrogen and 63.6% nitrogen by mass?

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hhapua2002
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  • 14-11-2021

Explanation:

Mass ratio C : H : N = 27.3 : 9.10 : 63.6

Mole ratio C : H : N = 27.3/12: 9.10/1 : 63.6/14

( Divide the mass ratio by their molar masses to find the ratio between moles)

Mole ratio = 2.275 : 9.10 : 4.54

= 2.275/2.275 : 9.10/2.275 : 4.54/2.275

= 1 : 4 : 2

Answer is CH4N2

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