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What is the simplest whole number ratio of atoms in a molecule or formula unit called

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The simplest whole number ratio of atoms in a molecule or formula unit is called Empirical Formula.

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Answer: Empirical Formula

Step-by-step explanation:

It is simplest whole number ratio of elements present in a molecule.

Example, Acetic acid has chemical formula,CH3COOH or C2H4O2

Empirical Formula: CH2O

Similarly, for glucose, C6H12O6 also has Empirical Formula: CH2O

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