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Chapter 6, Problem 88P(choose chapter or problem)
QUESTION:
A compound containing selenium and fluorine is decomposed in the laboratory and produces 2.231 g of selenium and 3.221 g of fluorine. Calculate the empirical formula of the compound.
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QUESTION:
A compound containing selenium and fluorine is decomposed in the laboratory and produces 2.231 g of selenium and 3.221 g of fluorine. Calculate the empirical formula of the compound.
ANSWER:
Step 1 of 2
The atomic weight of Se = 78.96 g/mol. The amount of Se produced = 2.231 g
For Se:
mole = 2.231g / 78.96 g/mol
mole = 0.028254812
Atomic weight of F = 19.00 g/mol . The amount of F produced = 3.221 g