What is the empirical formula of P_4O_10?

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anor277
Jul 4, 2016

P_2O_5

Explanation:

By definition, "the empirical formula" is the simplest whole number that defines constituent atoms in a species. The molecular formula is always a whole number multiple of the empirical formula. Of course, the multiple may be 1.

Can you give me empirical formulae for Na_2O_2, C_4H_10, C_6H_6?

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