In: Chemistry
The compounds listed here are often found in many natural flavors and scents. Calculate the empirical formula for each compound.
ethyl butyrate (pineapple oil): C , 62.04% ; H , 10.41% ; O , 27.55%
Express your answer as a chemical formula.
methyl butyrate (apple flavor): C , 58.80% ; H , 9.87% ; O , 31.33%
Express your answer as a chemical formula.
benzyl acetate (oil of jasmine): C , 71.98% ; H , 6.71% ; O , 21.31%
Express your answer as a chemical formula.