To determine the elemental composition of each compound, we will break down their molecular formulas:
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C₆H₁₂O₆ (Glucose)
- 6 carbon atoms (C)
- 12 hydrogen atoms (H)
- 6 oxygen atoms (O)
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C₁₂H₂₂O₁₁ (Sucrose)
- 12 carbon atoms (C)
- 22 hydrogen atoms (H)
- 11 oxygen atoms (O)
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C₅H₁₀O₅ (Ribose)
- 5 carbon atoms (C)
- 10 hydrogen atoms (H)
- 5 oxygen atoms (O)
Now we can fill in the table with the elemental compositions for each compound.
| Compound | Carbon Atoms | Hydrogen Atoms | Oxygen Atoms | |-------------|---------------|----------------|--------------| | C₆H₁₂O₆ | 6 | 12 | 6 | | C₁₂H₂₂O₁₁ | 12 | 22 | 11 | | C₅H₁₀O₅ | 5 | 10 | 5 |
Summary of Elemental Composition
- C₆H₁₂O₆: 6 C, 12 H, 6 O
- C₁₂H₂₂O₁₁: 12 C, 22 H, 11 O
- C₅H₁₀O₅: 5 C, 10 H, 5 O
This comparison gives us a clear understanding of the composition of the three compounds. Let me know if you need further assistance!