An unknown organic compound X has a relative molecular mass of 180. It is a colourless crystaline solid, readily soluble in water. X contains the elements C, H and O in the atomic ratio 1: 2:1. The compound has a sweet teste and melts on heating. In the presence of yeast and in the absence of air, X is converted to compound Y and a colourless gas. Compound Y reacts with sodium metal to produce a gas Z which gives a 'pop' sound with a glowing splint. Y also reacts with ethanoic acid to give a sweet smelling compound W.

The molecular formula of X is

a

C12H22O11

b

C6H12O6

c

C3H6O 3

d

C7H14O7

e

C12H6O4

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altijjaneey
7 years ago

X contains the elements C, H and O in the atomic ratio 1:2:1
(Empirical formula)n = Relative molecular mass
(CH2O)n =180
(12+2+16)n =180
(30)n =180
n =6
Therefore, X =C6H12O6

King33Victor
4 months ago

the length of the question self d. tire mw

mhanioc
9 years ago

lol very technical question... the answer lies in the question...NOTE the relative molecular mass and it atomic ratio

😆 🤣 😂 jamb is doing wonders 😆 🤣 😂 technical question

King33Victor
4 months ago

the length of the question self don. tire mw

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