Banner 0
Banner 1
Banner 2
Banner 3
Banner 4
Banner 5

Q.

The Vapour density of a compound is 39. It contains carbon and hydrogen atoms in the ratio 1:1. Its molecular formula is

see full answer

Start JEE / NEET / Foundation preparation at rupees 99/day !!

21% of IItians & 23% of AIIMS delhi doctors are from Sri Chaitanya institute !!
An Intiative by Sri Chaitanya

a

C6H6

b

C3H3

c

C8H8

d

CH

answer is C.

(Unlock A.I Detailed Solution for FREE)

Ready to Test Your Skills?

Check your Performance Today with our Free Mock Test used by Toppers!

Take Free Test

Detailed Solution

Molecular mass of Compound = vapour density ×2 =39×2=78

Let the number of carbon and Hydrogen atoms be " x ".

then, 78=12(x)+1(x)=13 x

x = 6

So, the molecular formula is C6H6

Hence, option (C) is correct.

Watch 3-min video & get full concept clarity

Best Courses for You

JEE

JEE

NEET

NEET

Foundation JEE

Foundation JEE

Foundation NEET

Foundation NEET

CBSE

CBSE

score_test_img

Get Expert Academic Guidance – Connect with a Counselor Today!

whats app icon