A 3.870 gram sample of an organic compound containing C, H and O is analyzed by combustion analysis and 8.798 grams of CO2 and 3.602 grams of H2) are produced.

In a separate experiment, the molar mass is found to be 116.2 g/mol. Determine the empirical formula and the molecular formula of the organic compound.

(Enter the elements in the order C, H, O.)

Empirical formula:

Molecular formula:

Respuesta :

Answer:

The empirical formula of the organic compound is CH2, and the molecular formula is C8H16.