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 does an empirical formula show?

Question 2

What does a molecular formula show?

Question 3

What is the empirical formula of $C_6H_{12}O_6$?

Question 4

A compound has empirical formula $CH_2O$ and molar mass $180\,\text{g mol}^{-1}$. What is its molecular formula?

Question 5

A sample contains $12$ g of carbon, $2$ g of hydrogen, and $16$ g of oxygen. What is the empirical formula?