Skeletal formula

• What is typically omitted in a skeletal formula?

  Most hydrogen atoms and C-H bonds
• What elements are explicitly shown in a skeletal formula?

  Functional groups and heteroatoms
• How are carbon atoms represented in a skeletal formula?

  As vertices (corners and ends)
• What is a skeletal formula?

  A simplified chemical drawing of organic molecules
• What is the full structural formula of butane?

  $\text{CH}_3\text{-CH}_2\text{-CH}_2\text{-CH}_3$
• What are the benefits of using skeletal formulas?

  More compact and easier to visualize
• What is the difference between a displayed formula and a skeletal formula?

  A displayed formula shows all atoms and bonds
• What does a skeletal formula omit?

  Most hydrogen atoms and C-H bonds
• What should you do after creating the basic skeleton shape?

  Mark the vertices at each carbon location
• What should be included when drawing functional groups in skeletal formulas?


  They should be shown explicitly
• What is the final step in drawing a skeletal structure?

  Finalize the structure by checking accuracy