Formula A: CH3

Formula B: C2H6

Given the two formulas representing the same compound:

Which statement describes these formulas?

(1) Formulas A and B are both empirical.

(2) Formulas A nd B are both molecular.

(3) Formula A is empirical and Formula B is molecular.

(4) Formula A is molecular and Formula B is empirical.

Question

Lauryn

5 November, 07:42

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Answers (2)

Know the Answer?

Jamarion Navarro · Answer 1

(3) why: an Emperical formula is the most simple version of a formula.

Izayah Heath · Answer 2

(3) because Hydrocarbon compound has 3 forms:

CnH2n

CnH2n-2

And CnN2n+2