Question

a compound is found to have an empirical formula of ch2o. what is the molecular formula when the molecular weight is 180.0 grams?

Answer 1

`C_(6)`
`H_(12) O_(6)`

Step-by-step explanation:

the molecular weight of the empirical formula:

12+2+16=30

to find ratio of molecular:

180/20=6

multiply the number of atoms of each element by 6 to get
`C_(6)`
`H_(12) O_(6)`