Answer:
9 : 8
Explanation:
Aluminum oxide has the following formula Al₂O₃.
Next, we shall determine the mass of Al and O₂ in Al₂O₃. This can be obtained as follow:
Mass of Al in Al₂O₃ = 2 × 27 = 54 g
Mass of O₂ in Al₂O₃ = 3 × 16 = 48 g
Finally, we shall determine the mass ratio of Al and O₂. This can be obtained as follow:
Mass of Al = 54 g
Mass of O₂ = 48 g
Mass of Al : Mass of O₂ = 54 : 48
Mass of Al : Mass of O₂ = 54 / 48
Mass of Al : Mass of O₂ = 9 / 8
Mass of Al : Mass of O₂ = 9 : 8
Therefore, the mass ratio of Al and O₂ in Al₂O₃ is 9 : 8
