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Beryl is a mineral which contains 5.03% Be, 10.04% Al, 31.35% Si, and 53.58% O. What is the simplest formula for beryl? (Be = 9.01, Al = 26.98, Si = 28.08, O =16)

Chemistry

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Chapter1: Chemical Foundations

Section: Chapter Questions

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