Question

The empirical formula for a compound comprised of 93.71% Cand 6.39% H contains carbon atom(s) and

hydrogen atom(s).

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

93.71/12(mr of carbon) : 6.39/1(mr of hydrogen)

7.81 : 6.39

Divide both by the lowest value

7.81/6.39 : 6.39/6.39

1.22 : 1

1:1

1 carbon and 1 hydrogen