JEE Main 2016 · 9 Apr · Shift 1 · Chemistry Q51

ChemistrySingle correct+4 / -1Question 51 of 90

An organic compound contains C, H and S. The minimum molecular weight of the compound containing 8% sulphur is :

(atomic weight of S = 32 amu)

200 g mol

^{-1}

400 g mol

^{-1}

600 g mol

^{-1}

300 g mol

^{-1}

Answer and worked solution

Official answer: B

With at least one S atom, $M=\frac{32}{0.08}=400$ g mol⁻¹.

JEE Main 2016 · 9 Apr · Shift 1, Chemistry question 51