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The empirical formula fo a compound is `CH_(2)O`. Its vapor density is `30`. It reacts with sodium metal. The compound isA. `HCOOCH_(3)`B. `CH_(2)O`C. `CH_(3)CH_(2) COOH`D. `CH_(3)COOH` |
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Answer» Correct Answer - D `MF = n xx EF` `n = ("Molecular mass")/(EFM) = (2 xx "Vapor density")/(EFM), n = 2` `:. MF = C_(2) H_(4) O_(2)` Since the compound contains acidic `H` atom, it is acetic acid,. `CH_(3) COOH + Na rarr (1)/(2) H_(2) + CH_(3) COONa` |
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