A Compound Containing Chromium and Silicon Contains 73

question 34

Multiple Choice

A compound containing chromium and silicon contains 73.52 mass percent chromium. Determine its empirical formula.

• A)CrSi ₃
• B)Cr ₂Si ₃
• C)Cr ₃Si
• D)Cr ₃Si ₂
• E)Cr ₂S

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