what is the percent by mass

Chemistry
10th Edition
ISBN:9781305957404
Author:Steven S. Zumdahl, Susan A. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste
Publisher:Steven S. Zumdahl, Susan A. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste
Chapter1: Chemical Foundations
Section: Chapter Questions
Problem 1RQ: Define and explain the differences between the following terms. a. law and theory b. theory and...
icon
Related questions
Question
Answer number 12
### Chemistry Problem Set

**10.** Analysis of a metal chloride XCl\(_3\) shows that it contains 67.2 percent Cl by mass. Calculate the molar mass of X, and identify the element.

**Answer:** Cr, Molar Mass 52.0 g/mol

---

**11.** A mixture of NaBr and Na\(_2\)SO\(_4\) contains 29.96 percent Na by mass. Calculate the percent by mass of each compound in the mixture.

**Answer:** 24.10% NaBr and 75.90% Na\(_2\)SO\(_4\) approximately

---

**12.** A mixture of CuSO\(_4\)·5H\(_2\)O and MgSO\(_4\)·7H\(_2\)O is heated until all the water is lost. If 5.020 g of the mixture gives 2.988 g of the anhydrous salts, what is the percent by mass of CuSO\(_4\)·5H\(_2\)O in the mixture?

**Answer:** 70.70% approximately

---

**Empirical Formula and Molecular Formula**

**13a.** An organic compound consists of 40.00% C, 6.667% H, and 53.33% O by mass. The molar mass of the compound is 180 g/mol. What is its molecular formula?

**Answer:** C\(_6\)H\(_12\)O\(_6\)

--- 

This problem set is designed to enhance your understanding of chemical compositions and calculations related to molar masses, percentages, and molecular formulas.
Transcribed Image Text:### Chemistry Problem Set **10.** Analysis of a metal chloride XCl\(_3\) shows that it contains 67.2 percent Cl by mass. Calculate the molar mass of X, and identify the element. **Answer:** Cr, Molar Mass 52.0 g/mol --- **11.** A mixture of NaBr and Na\(_2\)SO\(_4\) contains 29.96 percent Na by mass. Calculate the percent by mass of each compound in the mixture. **Answer:** 24.10% NaBr and 75.90% Na\(_2\)SO\(_4\) approximately --- **12.** A mixture of CuSO\(_4\)·5H\(_2\)O and MgSO\(_4\)·7H\(_2\)O is heated until all the water is lost. If 5.020 g of the mixture gives 2.988 g of the anhydrous salts, what is the percent by mass of CuSO\(_4\)·5H\(_2\)O in the mixture? **Answer:** 70.70% approximately --- **Empirical Formula and Molecular Formula** **13a.** An organic compound consists of 40.00% C, 6.667% H, and 53.33% O by mass. The molar mass of the compound is 180 g/mol. What is its molecular formula? **Answer:** C\(_6\)H\(_12\)O\(_6\) --- This problem set is designed to enhance your understanding of chemical compositions and calculations related to molar masses, percentages, and molecular formulas.
Expert Solution
trending now

Trending now

This is a popular solution!

steps

Step by step

Solved in 2 steps with 2 images

Blurred answer
Recommended textbooks for you
Chemistry
Chemistry
Chemistry
ISBN:
9781305957404
Author:
Steven S. Zumdahl, Susan A. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste
Publisher:
Cengage Learning
Chemistry
Chemistry
Chemistry
ISBN:
9781259911156
Author:
Raymond Chang Dr., Jason Overby Professor
Publisher:
McGraw-Hill Education
Principles of Instrumental Analysis
Principles of Instrumental Analysis
Chemistry
ISBN:
9781305577213
Author:
Douglas A. Skoog, F. James Holler, Stanley R. Crouch
Publisher:
Cengage Learning
Organic Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
Chemistry
ISBN:
9780078021558
Author:
Janice Gorzynski Smith Dr.
Publisher:
McGraw-Hill Education
Chemistry: Principles and Reactions
Chemistry: Principles and Reactions
Chemistry
ISBN:
9781305079373
Author:
William L. Masterton, Cecile N. Hurley
Publisher:
Cengage Learning
Elementary Principles of Chemical Processes, Bind…
Elementary Principles of Chemical Processes, Bind…
Chemistry
ISBN:
9781118431221
Author:
Richard M. Felder, Ronald W. Rousseau, Lisa G. Bullard
Publisher:
WILEY