An unknown compound with a molar mass of 155.06 g/mol consists of 46.47% C, 7.80% H, and 45.72% Cl. Find the molecular formula for the compound.

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The empirical formula is C₃H₆Cl, and its molar mass is approximately 77.53 g/mol. The molecular formula is twice the empirical formula, resulting in C₆H₁₂Cl₂, which matches the given molar mass of 155.06 g/mol.

An Unknown Compound with a Molar Mass of 155