1. Structure 1 — Models of the Particulate Nature of Matter
Empirical And Molecular Formulae — Quiz
Test your understanding of empirical and molecular formulae with 5 practice questions.
Practice Questions
Question 1
What is the empirical formula of a compound with molecular formula $C_6H_{12}O_6$?
Question 2
Which statement best describes an empirical formula?
Question 3
A compound contains $40.0\%$ carbon, $6.7\%$ hydrogen, and $53.3\%$ oxygen by mass. What is its empirical formula?
Question 4
What is the molecular formula of a compound if its empirical formula is $CH_2O$ and its molar mass is $180\,g\,mol^{-1}$?
Question 5
Why can two different compounds have the same empirical formula?