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The first step in finding the empirical formula is to divide the given percentage composition of the elements by ______.

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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

  • 100

  • atomic mass

  • molecular mass

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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]

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Lakhmir Singh Chemistry [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 5 Mole Concept and Stoichiometry
Intext Question | Q 3. (ii) | Page 105
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