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Which of the following is the molecular formula of the unknown compound
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Which of the following is the molecular formula of the unknown compound

Which of the following is the molecular formula of the unknown compound-example-1
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Answer: D

Because when you balance the combustion equation

C4H8O2 + 5O2--> 4CO2 + 4H2O

this is now obeying the law of combustion meaning

both sides have 4 carbons

8 hydrogens

12 oxygens

Step-by-step explanation:

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