Terephthalic acid, used in the production of polyester fibers and films, is composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. When 0.6943 g of terephthalic acid was subjected to combustion analysis it produced 1.471 g CO2 and 0.226 g H20. What is its empirical formula? Attach the PDF copy of your solution with final answer following the significant figure rules and enclosed in a box.

Terephthalic acid, used in the production of polyester fibers and films, is composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. When 0.6943 g of terephthalic acid was subjected to combustion analysis it produced 1.471 g CO2 and 0.226 g H20. What is its empirical formula? Attach the PDF copy of your solution with final answer following the significant figure rules and enclosed in a box.

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