Question on: JAMB Chemistry - 2017
An oxide XO2 has a vapour density of 32. What is the atomic mass of X?
A
20
B
32
C
14
D
12
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Correct Option: B
Molecular mass = vapour density X2
Mm of XO2 = x + 16(2) = x + 32
vapour density = 32
∴ x + 32 = 32 × 2
x + 32 = 64
x = 64 - 32
x = 32
∴ the relative molecular mass of X is 32
Relative molecular mass = vapour density × 2
Mm of XO2 = x + 16(2) = x + 32
vapour density = 32
∴ x + 32 = 32 × 2
x + 32 = 64
x = 64 - 32
x = 32
∴ the relative molecular mass of X is 32
Relative molecular mass = vapour density × 2
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