A Compound Contains 40

question 69

Multiple Choice

A compound contains 40.0% C,6.71% H,and 53.29% O by mass.The molecular weight of the compound is 60.05 amu.The molecular formula of this compound is ________.

• A)C₂H₄O₂
• B)CH₂O
• C)C₂H₃O₄
• D)C₂H₂O₄
• E)CHO₂

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