On analysis a certain compound was found to contain iodine and oxygen in the ration of 254 g of iodine (at. mass 127) and 80 g oxygen (at. mass 16). W
On analysis a certain compound was found to contain iodine and oxygen in the ration of 254 g of iodine (at. mass 127) and 80 g oxygen (at. mass 16). What is the formula of the compound?
A. `IO`
B. `I_(2)O`
C. `I_(5)O_(3)`
D. `I_(2)O_(5)`
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Correct Answer - D
Moles of iodine `= (247)/(127) = 2`
Moles of oxygen = 80/16 = 5
Formula `= I_(2)O_(5)`
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