A compound has the formula . The molar mass of copper (Cu) is 63.5 g/mol, sulfur (S) is 32.1 g/mol, oxygen (O) is 16.0 g/mol, and hydrogen (H) is 1.0 g/mol. What is the percent composition of water (H₂O) in this compound?
Options
A
20.0%
B
30.0%
C
36.1%
D
50.0%
Answer & Analysis
Answer
C
Analysis
Question Analysis
This question tests the student's ability to calculate the percent composition of a specific part of a compound, in this case, the water of hydration.
Key Concept Explanation
To find the percent composition of a specific part of a compound, calculate the molar mass of that part and divide it by the total molar mass of the compound, then multiply by 100%.
Step-by-step Solution
1. Calculate the molar mass of :
Molar mass of Cu = 63.5 g/mol
Molar mass of S = 32.1 g/mol
Molar mass of O = 16.0 g/mol
Molar mass of H = 1.0 g/mol
Molar mass of
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