A Molecule Is Found to Contain 47

question 19

Multiple Choice

A molecule is found to contain 47.35% by mass C,10.60% by mass H,and 42.05% by mass O.What is the empirical formula for this molecule?

• A) C₂H₆O
• B) C₃H₄O
• C) C₃H₈O₂
• D) C₄H₆O₂
• E) C₄H₈O₃

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