What is the molecular weight of the compound C2H5OH?
46
35
41
48
Detailed Explanation
To find the molecular weight of a compound, we add up the masses of each individual element. Carbon has an atomic mass of 12, hydrogen is 1, and oxygen is 16. Thus, 12(2) + 1(5) + 16 + 1= 46 atomic mass units.
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