Introduction To Organic Flashcards
1
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Empirical formula
A
The simplest whole number ratio of atoms of each element in a compound.
2
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Molecular formula
A
The true number of atoms of each element in a compound
3
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General formula
A
All members of a homologous organic series follow a general formula
4
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Structural formula
A
Shoes the structural arrangement of atoms within a molecule
5
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Displayed formula
A
Shows every atom and every bond in an organic compound