The empirical formula of a compound is $CH_2O$. If its molecular weight is $180$,what is the molecular formula of the compound?

  • A
    $C_3H_6O_3$
  • B
    $C_4H_8O_4$
  • C
    $C_6H_{12}O_6$
  • D
    $C_5H_{10}O_5$

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$(c)$ Nitrogen in $CN_2H_2O$
$(d)$ Hydrogen in $C_6H_6$
Given atomic masses: $C = 12, H = 1, O = 16, N = 14, S = 32$.

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