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Which formula is the empirical formula forethane, C2H6?

  • Mayya Alocci
  • Sep 25, 2024
  • 1 min read

Regents Chemistry Exam June 2024 Question 34


34 Which formula is the empirical formula for ethane, C2H6?

(1) CH (3) C2H6

(2) CH3 (4) C4H12


Solution:

Empirical formula is a formula where elements are in their simplest whole number ratios. Our formula is C2H6. Can 2 and 6 be divided further? Yes, they can both be divided by 2, getting C1H3 or CH3. Choice 2 is the correct answer choice.


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