Question
What is the empirical formula for a compound of sodium and oxygen that contains 59% by mass?
I am guessing it would be NaO because the molar mass of Na is 22.99 g/mol
and 22.99 g/mol Na / 22.99 + 16 is approx 59%. Just wanted to make sure that is correct.
I am guessing it would be NaO because the molar mass of Na is 22.99 g/mol
and 22.99 g/mol Na / 22.99 + 16 is approx 59%. Just wanted to make sure that is correct.
Answers
DrBob222
You're right