The Empirical Formula for a Compound Is C₂H₅O, and Its

question 39

Multiple Choice

The empirical formula for a compound is C₂H₅O, and its mass is 361 amu. Calculate its molecular formula.

• A) C₈H₂₀O₄
• B) C₃H₈O₂
• C) C₄H₁₀O₂
• D) C₇H₁₈O₄
• E) C₆H₁₅O₃

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