In an ionic compound, mole ratio of cation to anion is 1:2. If atomic masses of metal and non-metal respectively are 138 and 19, then correct statement is :
A
molecular mass of compound is 176
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B
formula mass of compound is 176
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C
formula mass of compound is 157
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D
molecular mass of compound is 157
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Solution
The correct option is D formula mass of compound is 176 1 mole of ionic compound contains 1 mole of cations and 2 moles of anions. The formula mass of the compound is 138+2(19)=176g/mol.