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What is the ratio of nitrogen and hydrogen in ammonia?


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Solution

Step 1: Identifying the elements

Ammonia is represented as (NH3)

The atomic mass of nitrogen is 14u

The atomic mass of hydrogen is 1u

Step 2: Calculating the ratio

The ratio of nitrogen and hydrogen in Ammonia = amuofN(amuofH)x3=143

Step 3: Conclusion

In Ammonia, nitrogen and hydrogen always combine in the ratio of 14:3 by mass.


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