Chemistry: Molecular Approach (4th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 0134112830
ISBN 13: 978-0-13411-283-1

Chapter 3 - Self-Assessment Quiz - Page 127: Q1

Answer

The correct answer is (c)

Work Step by Step

For finding the empirical formula, we divide the subscripts by their greatest common factor. Here, the greatest common factor is 2. So, the empirical formula is $C_5H_4$. The correct answer is (c).
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