We can use thin layer chromatography to check if Starbuck coffee has caffeine. True False
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Explanation:
For Mg, (1.2 g Mg/24 g Mg) = 0.05 mol Mg.
For Cl, (3.55 g Cl/35.5 g Cl) = 0.1 mol Cl
So the ratio now is
Mg:Cl = 0.05 : 0.1 = 1:2
I got the 1:2 ratio by dividing both by the smallest number, which is 0.05 mol. Therefore, the empirical for formula of the substance is