Chapter 6, Problem 11E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The conversion factor inherent in the mass percent composition is to be written, which involves grams of the constituent elements and grams of the compound.

Concept Introduction:

The mass percent of an element is defined as the mass of element present in the 100 g mass of the compound.

A value of x % as Mass percent composition of x% for an element, represents that a $100\text{ g}$ sample contains $x\text{ g}$ of element.