Chemistry (7th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321943171
ISBN 13: 978-0-32194-317-0

Chapter 2 - Atoms, Molecules, and Ions - Section Problems - Page 74: 126

Answer

The chemical formula of isopropyl alcohol is : $C_3H_8O$

Work Step by Step

1. Count the number of times each element appears in the structure: C: 3 carbons. H: 8 hydrogens. O: 1 oxygen. 2. Write each symbol in alphabetical order, followed by the number of times it appears: $C_3H_8O$
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