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Question

The molecular formula of the hydrocarbon is:

Answer: A

💡 Solution & Explanation

$x = V_{CO_2} / V_{HC} = 30/10 = 3$. <br>Contraction $\Delta V = 1 + (x+y/4) - x = 1 + y/4$. <br>Using volume data, $y=8$. Formula is $C_3H_8$. [1]

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