A 5.193 gram sample of an organic compound containing C, H and O is analyzed by...

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A 5.193 gram sample of an organic compoundcontaining C, H and O is analyzed by combustion analysis and9.255 grams of CO2 and3.790grams of H2O are produced.

In a separate experiment, the molar mass is found to be74.08 g/mol. Determine the empirical formula andthe molecular formula of the organic compound.

Enter the elements in the order C, H, O

empirical formula =
molecular formula =

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First We need to calculate the moles of C and of H in the CO2 and H2O formed and then calculate the masses of those two elements 92555 g CO2 44 gmol 0210 mol CO2 X 1 mol C 1 mol CO2 0210 mol C X    See Answer
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