The empirical formula for buckminsterfullerene is C₁, and its molar mass is 720.6 g/mol. What is its molecular formula? A)C₆₀ B)C₇₂ C)C₁₂ D)C₁ E)C₇₂₀

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The empirical formula C₁ means the simplest ratio of carbon atoms. Given the molar mass of 720.6 g/mol, dividing by the atomic mass of carbon (12 g/mol) gives 60, indicating the molecular formula is C₆₀.

The Empirical Formula for Buckminsterfullerene Is C1, and Its Molar

The Empirical Formula for Buckminsterfullerene Is C₁, and Its Molar