Q. The simplest formula of a compound containing $50\%$ of element $X$ (atomic mass 10) and $50\%$ of element $Y$ (atomic mass $20$) is
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Solution:
Element
Percentage
At. mass
Mole ratio
Simplest mole ratio
X
50
10
5
2
Y
50
20
2.5
1
$E.E.=X_{2}Y$
| Element | Percentage | At. mass | Mole ratio | Simplest mole ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| X | 50 | 10 | 5 | 2 |
| Y | 50 | 20 | 2.5 | 1 |