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A compound is composed of 2.7% of H, 48.3% of CI and 49% of C atoms by mass. Determine its empirical formula. If the vapour density of the compound is 73.5, what is its molecular formula? (R.A.M.: H = 1, C = 12, CI = 35.5.)

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To determine the empirical and molecular formulas of the compound based on its mass percentages, we can follow these steps: ### Step 1: Convert Mass Percentages to Moles Given the mass percentages: - H = 2.7% - Cl = 48.3% - C = 49% ...
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