Solving this problem only requires the knowledge of stoichiometry. We are given the compound propane C3H8. From the chemical formula, we can see that for every 3 moles of C, there are 8 moles of H. Therefore:
moles of H = 0.20 moles C * (8 moles H / 3 moles C)
moles of H = 0.53 moles H
Answer: In the given sample, 0.533 moles of hydrogen will be present.
Explanation:
We are given a chemical compound having formula [tex]C_3H_8[/tex]
We are provided with 0.20 moles of carbon atoms.
As, for every 3 moles of carbon atoms, 8 moles of hydrogen atoms are present.
So, for 0.20 moles of carbon atoms, [tex]\frac{8}{3}\times 0.20=0.533moles[/tex] of hydrogen atoms will be present.
Hence, in the given sample, 0.533 moles of hydrogen will be present.
