Introductory Chemistry (5th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 032191029X
ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-029-5

Chapter 18 - Organic Chemistry - Exercises - Questions - Page 682: 10

Answer

Molecular formulas show the number and type of atoms in each molecule. Structural formulas have all atoms and bonds drawn out, with lines between bonded atoms that show the type of bond between them. Central atoms and atoms connected to them are written as a group in a condensed structural formula.

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Molecular formulas show the number and type of atoms in each molecule. Structural formulas have all atoms and bonds drawn out, with lines between bonded atoms that show the type of bond between them. Central atoms and atoms connected to them are written as a group in a condensed structural formula.
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