Lactic acid is produced upon physical activity. The percent composition of lactic acid is 40.0%C, 6.71%H,...
Lactic acid is produced upon physical activity. The percent composition of lactic acid is 40.0%C, 6.71%H, and 53.3%O.
a) Determine the empirical formula of lactic acid.
b) If the molar mass of lactic acid is 90.08 g/mol, what is the molecular formula for this compound?
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Lactic acid is produced upon physical activity. The percent
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