formulae Flashcards
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empirical formula
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shows the simplest ratio of atoms in a compound
2
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molecular formula
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shows how many types of each atom there are in each molecule of the compound
3
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general formula
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used to calculate the molecular formula of any member of a family of compounds
e.g (aliphatic) alkanes C(n)H(2n+2).
4
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displayed formula
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shows all the atoms and all the bond in a molecule. it shows the structure of molecules with the same molecular formula but different structures
5
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structural formula
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minimum detail to show the arrangement of atoms in a molecule
6
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skeletal formula
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omit hydrogen atoms and represent carbon to carbon bonds as straight lines leaving just a carbon skeleton with the functional groups attached to it
