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NEET · Chemistry · Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry
What is the main principle of the Law of Multiple Proportions?
What is the main principle of the Law of Multiple Proportions?
Options
- AThe masses of elements in compounds are always the same.
- BThe masses of elements in compounds vary randomly.
- CThe masses of elements in compounds are in simple whole number ratios.
- DThe masses of elements in compounds have no specific relationship.
Correct answer
C. The masses of elements in compounds are in simple whole number ratios.
Step-by-step solution
According to the Law of Multiple Proportions, the masses of one element that combine with a fixed mass of the other element are in the ratio of small whole numbers.