Problem: The density of acetic anhydride (C4H6O3) is 1.08 g/mL. How many moles are contained in 5mL? Please show in detail how the answer was obtained.
FREE Expert Solution
Calculate for the molar mass of the compound and use dimensional analysis to determine the number of moles
Step 1. Calculate for the molar mass:
C4H6O3 4 C × 12.01 g/mol N = 48.04 g/mol
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The density of acetic anhydride (C4H6O3) is 1.08 g/mL. How many moles are contained in 5mL? Please show in detail how the answer was obtained.
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