Question

1. what is the empirical formula of the compound with the molecular formula c₆h₁₂?

Explanation:

Step1: Recall the definition of empirical formula

The empirical formula of a compound is the simplest whole - number ratio of the atoms of each element in the compound.

Step2: Find the greatest common divisor (GCD) of the subscripts

For the molecular formula \(C_{6}H_{12}\), we need to find the GCD of 6 (the subscript of C) and 12 (the subscript of H). The factors of 6 are 1, 2, 3, 6. The factors of 12 are 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 12. The greatest common divisor of 6 and 12 is 6.

Step3: Divide each subscript by the GCD

Divide the subscript of C (6) by 6: \(\frac{6}{6}=1\). Divide the subscript of H (12) by 6: \(\frac{12}{6} = 2\).

Answer:

The empirical formula is \(CH_{2}\)