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11 February, 11:43

What is the empirical formula of a compound composed of 36.7 g 36.7 g of potassium (K K) and 7.51 g 7.51 g of oxygen (O O) ? Insert subscripts as needed.

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  1. 11 February, 11:53
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    K₂O

    Explanation:

    Given parameters:

    Mass of K = 36.7g

    Mass of O = 7.51g

    Unknown:

    Empirical formula of the compound

    Solution:

    The empirical formula of a compound is it's simplest ratio by which the elements in the compound combines. It differs from the molecular formula that shows the actual atomic ratios.

    To find the empirical formula, follow this process;

    Elements K O

    Mass 36.7 7.51

    Molar

    mass 39 16

    Number of

    moles 36.7/39 7.51/16

    0.94 0.47

    Divide by

    the smallest 0.94/0.47 0.47/0.47

    2 1

    Empirical formula is K₂O
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