An organic compound contains 69% carbon, 15.3% hydrogen and 30.7% oxygen. Calculate the the empirical
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JAMB 2022
An organic compound contains 69% carbon, 15.3% hydrogen and 30.7% oxygen. Calculate the the empirical formula [C=12, H = 1, O = 16]
- A. C\(_4\)H\(_12\)O
- B. C\(_3\)H\(_9\)O
- C. C\(_4\)H\(_9\)O
- D. C\(_3\)H\(_8\)O
Correct Answer: D. C\(_3\)H\(_8\)O
Explanation
C
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