Chemistry-Atomic & Molecular Mass

NEET Chemistry Atomic & Molecular Mass MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Hard-Class 11

If the molecular mass of a compound is found to be 46.068 u and it contains 34.73% oxygen by mass, what is the mass of oxygen in one mole of the compound?

A

16.00 g

B

18.02 g

C

15.98 g

D

17.00 g

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Using the mass percentage of oxygen (34.73%) and the molecular mass of the compound (46.068 u), the mass of oxygen in one mole of the compound is calculated as (34.73/100) * 46.068 = 16.00 g.

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