Chemistry: The Science in Context (4th Edition)

Published by W.W. Norton & Co.
ISBN 10: 0393124177
ISBN 13: 978-0-39312-417-0

Chapter 1 - Matter and Energy: The Origin of the Universe - Problems - Page 35: 6

Answer

$C_3H_6O$

Work Step by Step

In the model of acetone shown, the black spheres represent carbon atoms, the red sphere represents an oxygen atom, and the small white spheres represent hydrogen atoms. We see three black balls, one red ball, and six white balls; therefore, the chemical formula of methanol is $C_3H_6O$.
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