A molecular formula of an oganic compund is H4C2O4. What is its empirical formula?
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Empirical formula of a compound can be defined as the formula which gives the simplest whole number ratio of atoms of the various elements present in the molecule of a compound. For example, the molecular formula of glucose is C6H12O6, however its empirical formula is CH2O.
So, the empirical formula & molecular formula of H4C2O4 is H2CO2 As this is the simplest whole number ratio of the elements present in them i.e. 2:1:2.
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Please find below the solution of your asked query:
Empirical formula of a compound can be defined as the formula which gives the simplest whole number ratio of atoms of the various elements present in the molecule of a compound. For example, the molecular formula of glucose is C6H12O6, however its empirical formula is CH2O.
So, the empirical formula & molecular formula of H4C2O4 is H2CO2 As this is the simplest whole number ratio of the elements present in them i.e. 2:1:2.
Hope this information clears your doubts about the topic.
Regards