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Multiple Choice
What is the formula weight (molar mass) of KBr, rounded to two decimal places?
A
167.00 g/mol
B
143.10 g/mol
C
119.00 g/mol
D
80.91 g/mol
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Identify the elements present in the compound KBr, which are potassium (K) and bromine (Br).
Find the atomic masses of each element from the periodic table: potassium (K) has an atomic mass of approximately 39.10 g/mol, and bromine (Br) has an atomic mass of approximately 79.90 g/mol.
Add the atomic masses of potassium and bromine to find the formula weight (molar mass) of KBr using the formula: \(\text{Molar mass of KBr} = \text{Atomic mass of K} + \text{Atomic mass of Br}\).
Substitute the values into the formula: \(\text{Molar mass of KBr} = 39.10 + 79.90\).
Sum the values to get the total molar mass of KBr, then round the result to two decimal places.