A sample of an unknown compound containing only C, H

CHEMISTRY · Single correct · AP · Chemistry · Atomic Structure and Properties · Atomic Structure and Properties

Problem

1.50\,\text{g}

sample of an unknown compound containing only C, H, and O is completely combusted, producing

3.96\,\text{g}

\mathrm{CO_2}

and

1.62\,\text{g}

\mathrm{H_2O}

. What is the empirical formula of the compound? (a)

\mathrm{C_6H_6O}

(b)

\mathrm{C_{12}H_{24}O}

(c)

\mathrm{C_6H_{12}O}

(d)

\mathrm{C_3H_6O}