Question

simple formula of a compound contains 0.25 grams atom of silicon power 0.5 grams atom of Oxygen​

Answer 1

Answer:

The answer is Si2O.

Explanation:

In order to find the empirical formula of this compound find the atomic ratio between atoms.

Given data:

Gram atoms of silicon = 0.25 grams

Grams atoms of Oxygen​ = 0.5 grams  

Now find the atomic ratio:

To find the atomic ratio divide with the lowest possible number.

              Silicon : Oxygen

       0.5 / 0.25    :  0.5 / 0.5

                  2      :      1  

So, the empirical formula of this compound is Si2O.