Methylheptenone (MHP) Is Used in Producing Lemon Fragrances and Flavors

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Methylheptenone (MHP) is used in producing lemon fragrances and flavors. It contains the elements carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. The complete combustion of 192 mg of MHP produces 536 mg of carbon dioxide and 192 mg water. Mass spectrometry experiments showed that its molar mass is less than 200 g/mol. What is the molecular formula of MHP?

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