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Formulae of Organic Compounds Flashcards

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What is the Empirical formula?

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Empirical formula is the simplest whole-number ration of each atom.

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What is the Molecular formula?

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Molecular formula is the actual number of atoms of each element.

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What is the general formula?

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General formula is the simplest algebraic formula for a member of a homologous series.
 Alkenes = CnH2n+2, Alkenes = CnH2n, Alcohols = CnH2n+1OH.

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What is the Displayed Formula?

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Displayed formula shows the relative positioning of all the atoms in a molecule, and the bonds between them.

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