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When 5.955 grams of a hydrocarbon, CxHy, were burned in a combustion analysis apparatus, 18.68 grams...

When 5.955 grams of a hydrocarbon, CxHy, were burned in a combustion analysis apparatus, 18.68 grams of CO2 and 7.649grams of H2O were produced.

In a separate experiment, the molar mass of the compound was found to be 56.11 g/mol. Determine the empirical formula and the molecular formula of the hydrocarbon.

  • Enter the elements in the order presented in the question.
    empirical formula =
    molecular formula =
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