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Question 7 • Chemistry

What is the empirical formula for propene open paren cap c sub 3 cap h sub 6 close paren ?

Answer
A
cap c sub 4 cap h sub 8
B
cap c cap h sub 2
C
cap c sub 3 cap h sub 6
D
cap c sub 2 cap h sub 4

Explanation

The empirical formula is the simplest whole-number ratio of atoms. Propene has the formula C₃H₆, and both subscripts can be divided by 3, giving CH₂. Therefore, the correct choice is C, CH₂.

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