Empirical formula is when the molecular formula is reduced (each element) by the same number until you are unable to do so any further. CH2O cannot be further reduced, but C3H6O3 can all be divided by 3 making it CH2O (same empirical formula)
Answer: A. Protons are positive and carry a charge of +1 B. Neutrons are neutral so carry a charge of 0 C. Electrons are negative and carry a charge of -1