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The following experiment was performed in order to determine the formula of a hydrocarbon. The hydrocarbon X is purified by fractional distillation. What was the purpose of Copper (II) oxide? - Chemistry

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The following experiment was performed in order to determine the formula of a hydrocarbon. The hydrocarbon X is purified by fractional distillation.

0.145 g of X was heated with dry copper (II) oxide and 224 cm3 of carbon dioxide was collected at STP.

What was the purpose of Copper (II) oxide?

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Copper (II) oxide was used to oxidise the given hydrocarbon.

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