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YEAR 1
Organic Chemistry
Intro to Organic
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What is a molecular formula?
Shows number and
type
of
atoms
of each
element
in a
molecule
EG:
molecular formula
of
ethanol
is
C2H6O
What is empirical formula?
Simplest whole number
ratio
of atoms of each
element
present in a
compound.
EG:
empirical formula
of
ethanol
is
C2H6O
What is the general formula?
Simplest
algebraic formula
for any member of a
homologous series.
What is displayed formula?
Shows
relative positioning
of all
atoms
in
molecule
and the
bonds
between them.
EG:
displayed formula
of
ethanol
In a skeletal formula, what does a
line
intersection represent?
A carbon atom.
