A Compound Containing Chromium and Silicon Contains 73

question 109

Multiple Choice

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

• A) CrSi₃
• B) Cr₂Si₃
• C) Cr₃Si
• D) Cr₃Si₂
• E) Cr₄Si₃

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