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Types Of Formulas Flashcards

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Molecular Formula

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Reflects number of atoms of each element present

Does not include the structure of the molecule

C4H8O2

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Expanded Structural Formula/Displayed formula

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  • Reflects how ALL atoms are attached in the molecule

- shows ALL bond as lines and ALL labels elements

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Condensed Structural Formula and Condensed Formula

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-Reflects how atoms are attached in molecule with a known system

Does not show all covalent bonds but still indicated (CH3) not draw out but labeled

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Skeletal Structural Formula or Skeletal formula

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  • C and H atoms are omitted
  • lines represent C atoms
  • other atoms are labeled
  • uses correct molecular geometry
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