Question

What is the empirical formula of glucose, whose molecular formula is $ \text{C}_6\text{H}_{12}\text{O}_6 $?

• A. \( \text{CH}_2\text{O} \)
• B. \( \text{C}_2\text{H}_4\text{O}_2 \)
• C. \( \text{C}_3\text{H}_6\text{O}_3 \)
• D. \( \text{C}_6\text{H}_6\text{O}_3 \)

Hint:

Remember: The empirical formula is the simplest whole-number ratio of atoms in a compound. To find it, divide the subscripts in the molecular formula by their GCD.