Chemistry: A Molecular Approach (3rd Edition)

Published by Prentice Hall
ISBN 10: 0321809246
ISBN 13: 978-0-32180-924-7

Chapter 2 - Sections 2.1-2.9 - Exercises - Problems by Topic - Page 79: 31

Answer

The results are not consistent with the law of definite proportions.

Work Step by Step

In sample 1, the ratio of Cl to C = $448 : 38.9= 11.516 $ In sample 2, the ratio of Cl to C = $134 : 14.8= 9.05 $ The law of definite proportions states that all samples of a given compound, regardless of their source or how they were prepared, have the same proportions of their constituent elements. But in the results obtained, different samples of carbon tetrachloride have different proportions of their constituent elements. Hence, the results are not consistent with the law of definite proportions.
Update this answer!

You can help us out by revising, improving and updating this answer.

Update this answer

After you claim an answer you’ll have 24 hours to send in a draft. An editor will review the submission and either publish your submission or provide feedback.