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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is the CORRECT empirical formula of C4H10?
A
C2H5
B
CH2.5
C
C8H20
D
C4H10
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -For example, the alkane butane has a molecular formula of C4H10. One molecule of Butane contains 4 Carbon atoms and 10 Hydrogen atoms. However, the empirical formula of Butane is C2H5.

Detailed explanation-2: -Therefore, if empirical formula of a compound is C2H5 and its molecular weight is 58, then its molecular formula is C4H10.

Detailed explanation-3: -Answer and Explanation: The empirical formula for C4 H10 O2, a chemical known as butanediol, is C2 H5 O.

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