Which molecular formula is also an empirical formula?

Understand the Problem

The question is asking to identify a molecular formula that is also considered an empirical formula. An empirical formula represents the simplest whole-number ratio of atoms in a compound, which is also the case for certain molecular formulas.

More Information

An empirical formula is the simplest whole-number ratio of the elements in a compound, and C2H6SO cannot be simplified further.

Tips

A common mistake is assuming a formula is empirical simply because it looks simple. Always check for the possibility of further simplification.

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