Question

A 6.974 gram sample of an organic compound containing C, H and O is analyzed by combustion analysis and 6.817 grams of CO₂ and 1.396 grams of H₂O are produced.

In a separate experiment, the molar mass is found to be 90.04 g/mol. Determine the empirical formula and the molecular formula of the organic compound.

• Enter the elements in the order C, H, O
  

  empirical formula =

  molecular formula =

Answer 1