MCQ
Formula which represents a simple ratio of atoms of different elements present in a molecule of the substance is called
  • A
    Molecular formula
  • Empirical formula
  • C
    Structural formula
  • D
    Condensed formula

Answer

Correct option: B.
Empirical formula
b
Empirical Formula - A formula that gives the simplest whole-number ratio of atoms in a compound. Obtain the mass of each element present in grams.

Determine the number of moles of each type of atom present. Divide the number of moles of each element by the smallest number of moles. Convert numbers to whole numbers.

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