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Percent Composition and Molecular Formula — Quiz

Question 9 • Chemistry

Which represents the empirical formula for cap A sub 3 cap b sub 9 ?

Answer
A
cap A cap b sub 3
B
cap A cap b sub 2
C
cap A sub 9 cap b sub 27
D
cap A sub 3 cap b sub 9

Explanation

An empirical formula shows the simplest whole-number ratio of atoms. For A₃B₉, divide both subscripts by their greatest common factor, 3: A₃B₉ becomes AB₃. Therefore, the empirical formula is A B₃, choice A.

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