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Question
The first step in finding the empirical formula is to divide the given percentage composition of the elements by ______.
Options
atomic number
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atomic mass
molecular mass
MCQ
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Solution
The first step in finding the empirical formula is to divide the given percentage composition of the elements by atomic mass.
Explanation:
Dividing the percentage of an element by its atomic mass gives the relative number of moles/atoms.
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Chapter 5: Mole Concept and Stoichiometry - Intext Question [Page 105]
