A 2.611 gram sample of an organic compound containing C, H and O is analyzed by combustion analysis and 6.751 grams of CO, and 1.382 grams of H,0 are produced. In a separate experiment, the molecular weight is found to be 136.2 amu. Determine the empirical formula and the molecular formula of the organic compound.

A 2.611 gram sample of an organic compound containing C, H and O is analyzed by combustion analysis and 6.751 grams of CO, and 1.382 grams of H,0 are produced. In a separate experiment, the molecular weight is found to be 136.2 amu. Determine the empirical formula and the molecular formula of the organic compound.

Chemistry

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Author:Steven S. Zumdahl, Susan A. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste

Publisher:Steven S. Zumdahl, Susan A. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste

Chapter1: Chemical Foundations

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