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Does a formula show the ratio elements in a compound?
depends, an Empirical formula will always (by definition) show the ratio in which atoms are combined within a molecule. a molecular formula on the other hand shows the number of atoms of each element in a molecule, the only exceptions being massive structures, crystal latices and where a molecular formula cannot be produced and is either given in the form n*(empirical formula) or just the empirical formula. do note however that reference to a formula of a molecule usually refer to the molecular formula except in the exceptions listed above.
Which formula shows the numbers and types of atoms in a molecule but not the bond?
The molecular formula shows the numbers and types of atoms in a molecule but does not show the bonding arrangement between the atoms. It gives the simplest whole-number ratio of the different types of atoms in a compound.
What information is given by a molecular formula?
the empirical formula and the molar mass
A chemical formula used to show the number and types of atoms present in a molecule is referred to as what?
A chemical formula that shows the number and types of atoms in a molecule is known as a molecular formula. Molecular formulas are written by writing the symbol for each element followed by a subscript to show the actual number of atoms in the molecule.
Can molecular formula be used to show difference between isomers?
No, molecular formula alone cannot show the difference between isomers. Isomers have the same molecular formula but different structural arrangements of atoms. Additional information, such as structural formula or connectivity of atoms, is needed to differentiate between isomers.
Do A molecular formula show the arrangement of the atoms in a molecule?
Yes.
Does a formula show the ratio elements in a compound?
depends, an Empirical formula will always (by definition) show the ratio in which atoms are combined within a molecule. a molecular formula on the other hand shows the number of atoms of each element in a molecule, the only exceptions being massive structures, crystal latices and where a molecular formula cannot be produced and is either given in the form n*(empirical formula) or just the empirical formula. do note however that reference to a formula of a molecule usually refer to the molecular formula except in the exceptions listed above.
Does a molecular formula show the types and numbers of atoms present in a molecule of a compound?
Yes, structural formulae show how the atoms in a compound are arranged. For example, CH3CH2CH2CH3 is the structural formula for butane. Unlike the displayed formula, it does not show the individual bonds that are formed.
Which formula shows the numbers and types of atoms in a molecule but not the bond?
The molecular formula shows the numbers and types of atoms in a molecule but does not show the bonding arrangement between the atoms. It gives the simplest whole-number ratio of the different types of atoms in a compound.
What information is given by a molecular formula?
the empirical formula and the molar mass
Describe the differences between molecular formulas and structural formulas for molecular compounds?
A molecular formula lists the numbers of the atoms of a specific element in a compound. A structural formula is a picture of how the atoms in a specific molecule are connected, with each atom represented by its chemical symbol. For example, oxygen's molecular formula is O2. Its structural formula is O-O.
What does structural formula show about a molecule of a compound?
The structural formula show the spatial aspect of the molecule.
Which formula show a substance that is not molecular?
A formula unit.
A chemical formula used to show the number and types of atoms present in a molecule is referred to as what?
A chemical formula that shows the number and types of atoms in a molecule is known as a molecular formula. Molecular formulas are written by writing the symbol for each element followed by a subscript to show the actual number of atoms in the molecule.
What is the difference between empirical and molecular formula?
An empirical formula is one that shows the lowest whole number ratio of the elements present. The molecular formula shows the composition of the molecules. An example is phosphorus pentoxide, P2O5 empirical formula, P4O10 molecular formula.
Is the number of atoms in a molecular formula always greater than a empirical?
No. A molecular formula can be the same as the empirical formula, such as CH4 (methane), because the two component atoms exist in a ratio that cannot be mathematically further broken down - one carbon to four hydrogens. In this case the molecular formula (the actual number of atoms per molecule), and the empirical formula (the simplest ratio of those numbers) is identical. On the other hand, ethane, C2H6 - two carbons to 6 hydrogens - has a molecular formula of C2H6 and a empirical formula of CH3, the ratio of 2 to 6 reduced to its simplest whole number form. Sooooooooooo, the molecular formula will always be equal to or greater than the empirical formula, and the empirical formula will always be equal to or less than the molecular formula. In other words (as if that wasn't enough), the molecular formula will never be less than the empirical formula and the empirical formula will never be greater than the molecular formula, but THE TWO CAN BE EQUAL. Whew!!! Ray
What does a structural formula shows about a molecule of a compound?
The structural formula show the spatial aspect of the molecule.
