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What is the percent composition of sodium in Na3PO4? Express your answer to one decimal place. No units required.

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Answer:

42.07%

Step-by-step explanation:

Molar mass of Na3PO4 = 23×3 + 31 +16×4

= 69+ 31+64= 164 g/mol

Mass of Na in this compound is 69

Percentage of sodium in sodium phosphate = 69/ 164×100

Percentage of Na = 42.07%

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