Q. A formula of a compound which gives simple whole number atomic ratio in oiie molecule of a compound is called

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Solution:

Empirical Formula - A formula that gives the simplest whole-number ratio of atoms in a compound. Obtain the mass of each element present in grams. Determine the number of moles of each type of atom present. Divide the number of moles of each element by the smallest number of moles. Convert numbers to whole numbers.