Chemistry-Percentage Composition

NEET Chemistry Percentage Composition MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

Which of the following statements about percentage composition in compounds is correct?

A

The percentage composition of elements in a compound is always in a fixed ratio.

B

The percentage composition can vary depending on the physical state of the compound.

C

Percentage composition is calculated by dividing the mass of an element by the total mass of the compound and multiplying by 100.

D

Percentage composition is only applicable to ionic compounds.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The percentage composition of elements in a compound is indeed always in a fixed ratio, which is characteristic of that compound, as stated in the NCERT context.

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