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Find the % composition for each element in Zn(CIO3)2

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Zn = 28.15%

Cl = 30.53%

O = 41.32%

Further explanation

Given

Zn(CIO3)2 compound

Required

The % composition

Solution

Ar Zn = 65.38

Ar Cl = 35,453

Ar O = 15,999

MW Zn(CIO3)2 = 232.3

Zn = 65,38/232.3 x 100% = 28.15%

Cl = (2 x 35.453) / 232.3 x 100% = 30.53%

O = (6 x 15.999) / 232.3 x 100% = 41.32%

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