Combustion of a Sample of a Substance That Contains Only

question 136

Multiple Choice

Combustion of a sample of a substance that contains only C and H in excess O₂ yields 6.28 g of CO₂ and 2.57 g H₂O. What is the empirical formula of this substance?

• A) CH₄
• B) C₂H₃
• C) CH₃
• D) CH₂
• E) none of these

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