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CHM 102 Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis in Organic Chemistry Objective Question
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Question

If a compound has an empirical formula CH₂O and a molar mass of 180 g/mol, what is its molecular formula?
Options
A CH₂O
B C₂H₄O₂
C C₆H₁₂O₆
Correct Answer
D C₃H₆O₃
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Empirical formula mass of CH₂O = 30 g/mol. 180/30 = 6, so molecular formula = (CH₂O)₆ = C₆H₁₂O₆ (glucose).

Hint

Multiply subscripts by 6.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis in Organic Chemistry
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 833 of 1999
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