What is the percentage by mass of carbon in methane, CH₄ (C = 12, H = 1)?

Correct answer C. 75%

Explanation

Molar mass of CH₄ is 12 + 4 = 16 g mol⁻¹. Percentage of carbon = (12 ÷ 16) × 100 = 75%.

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