Organic Compounds Flashcards
1
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General formula
A
describe any member of a family of compounds
2
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empirical formula
A
the simplest whole number ratio of atoms of each element in a compound (eg CH2)
3
Q
molecular formula
A
the actual number of atoms of each element in a molecule
4
Q
displayed formula
A
shows how all the atoms are arranged and all the bonds between them
5
Q
structural formula
A
shows the arrangement of atoms carbon by carbon, with the attached hydrogens
