Question

what is the empirical formula of this compound? na₂s₂o₈ naso₄ na₂so₄ naso

Explanation:

Step1: Find the ratio of atoms

In \(Na_2S_2O_8\), the ratio of \(Na:S:O\) is \(2:2:8\).

Step2: Simplify the ratio

Divide each number in the ratio by \(2\). So, \(\frac{2}{2}:\frac{2}{2}:\frac{8}{2}=1:1:4\).

Answer:

\(NaSO_4\)