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What is empirical formula and how is it worked out?

This is the lowest/simplest ratio of the molecule. For example propene has the formula C 3 H 6 - if we look a the subscript numbers (the ones down here!) we can see that smaller numbers are possible. It is i...
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Why is a diamond harder than graphite if they're made of the same substance?

Both diamond and graphite are made of carbon. Carbon can form a maximum of 4 covalent bonds due to carbon having 4 electrons on it's outer shell. In diamond, each carbon atom forms 4 covalent bonds in a tetr...
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What is the equation for complete combustion and what does it require?

The equation for complete combustion is: hyrdocarbon + oxygen -> water + carbon dioxide A plentiful supply of oxygen is required in order to ensure complete combustion.
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Why can graphite conduct electricity?

Graphite is a mineral whose molecular structure is made up of carbon atoms. A carbon atom can bind up to 4 other atoms around it (it has 4 electrons in its outer-most shell which it can share with other atom...
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Why can ammonium sulfate be described as a salt?

A salt is an ionic compound which is made up of two groups of oppositely charged ions. The overall compound of a salt compound must have an overall electrical charge of 0. Ammonium sulfate, (NH4)2SO4, can be...
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