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29 August, 02:36

A compound composed of only sulfur and aluminum is analyzed. The mass ratio of aluminum to sulfur is found to be 1.00:1.78.

Find the empirical formula of this compound. (Hint: don't forget to find the moles of each first!)

Select one:

a. Al2S3

b. Al2S

c. AIS

d. Al3S2

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  1. 29 August, 02:41
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    a

    Explanation:

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  2. 29 August, 02:48
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    a. Al2S3.

    Explanation:

    Molar mass of Al = 26.98

    Molar mass of S = 32.06.

    Ratio of AL:S is 1 : 1.78

    Dividing by the moles we get:

    0.0371 : 0.0555

    = 1 : 1.5

    So its Al2S3.
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