An organic compound contains 72% carbon, 12% hydrogen and 16% oxygen by mass. The empirical formula of the compound is

Darling112

2 years ago

This should explain better
C=72%
H=12%
O=16%
Divide by their molar mass
C=72/12=6
H=12/1=12
O=16/16=1
threfore CHO is C6 H12 O
thats the empirical formula

Pee1804

3 years ago

Please, this is not a good explanation. I have gone through it twice and I can't still figure it out. Please provide a good explanation for this question.

IJeomaGOLD

1 year ago

This explanation is total nonsense.. no single point in it.

Davidemma1234567890

1 year ago

Answer is not in option