A certain compound has the following composition: C= 40.0% and H= 6.7%. The empirical formula is ________.

Name: A certain compound has the following composition: C= 40.0% and H= 6.7%. The empirical formula is ________.
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To find the empirical formula, convert the percentages to moles: C: 40.0 g / 12.01 g/mol = 3.33 mol, H: 6.7 g / 1.008 g/mol = 6.65 mol. The simplest ratio is approximately 1:2:1, giving CH₂O.

A Certain Compound Has the Following Composition: C= 40