A compound contains element X (at. wt. 10) and element Y (at. wt. 20). Empirical formula is: — Mole Concept and Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry Chemistry Question

💡 Solution & Explanation

$\text{Moles X} = 50 / 10 = 5$; $\text{Moles Y} = 50 / 20 = 2.5$. <br>$\text{Ratio } X:Y = 5 : 2.5 = 2 : 1$. <br>$\text{Formula} = X_2Y$. [19, 20]