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Propane is a hydrocarbon, a compound composed only of carbon and hydrogen. It is81.82$\%$ carbon and 18.18$\%$ hydrogen. What is the empirical formula?
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This means we have 81.82 grams of carbon and 18.18 grams of hydrogen, as propane is 81.82$\%$ carbon and 18.18$\%$ hydrogen. Show more…
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