The formula weight of a substance is ________.
A)identical to the molar mass
B)the same as the percent by mass weight
C)determined by combustion analysis
D)the sum of the atomic weights of each atom in its chemical formula
E)the weight of a sample of the substance

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The formula weight is determined by adding the atomic weights of each atom present in the chemical formula. It is not identical to the molar mass (A), percent by mass weight (B), or determined by combustion analysis (C). It is also not equivalent to the weight of a sample of the substance (E).

The Formula Weight of a Substance Is ________