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2 September, 05:54

A substance has an empirical formula of ch2 and a molar mass of 56 grams per mole. The molecular formula for this compound is

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  1. 2 September, 06:22
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    The molecular formula for the compound is C4H8.

    Explanation:

    Emperical formula is CH2

    Molar mass = 56 g/mol

    Molar mass = (CH2) n

    56 = (12 + 1*2) n

    56 = (12 + 2) n

    14n = 56

    n = 56/14 = 4

    Molecular formula = (CH2) n = (CH2) 4 = C4H8
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