3. Chemical Reactions
Combustion Analysis
Problem 99
Textbook Question
Textbook QuestionThe foul odor of rancid butter is due largely to butyric acid, a compound containing carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. Combustion analysis of a 4.30-g sample of butyric acid produces 8.59 g CO2 and 3.52 g H2O. Determine the empirical formula of butyric acid.
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