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CHM 101 Atoms and Atomic Theory Objective Question
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Calculate the atomicity of a molecule of aspirin with the formula C9H8O4.
Options
A 9
B 8
C 4
D 21
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Atomicity is the total number of atoms in a molecule. For C9H8O4, the number of carbon atoms is 9, hydrogen atoms is 8, and oxygen atoms is 4. The sum is 9 + 8 + 4 = 21 atoms.

Hint

Add the subscripts for all elements in the chemical formula.

Question Info

Course: CHM 101
Topic: Atoms and Atomic Theory
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1440 of 1872
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