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What does the empirical formula represent?

The exact number of each type of atom in a compound

The arrangement of atoms in a compound

The total mass of the compound

The simplified ratio of atoms in a compound (correct)

Which of the following is a characteristic of the molecular formula?

Applies only to ionic compounds

Shows the simplified ratio of atoms

Illustrates the arrangement of atoms and bonds

Indicates the exact number of each type of atom in a molecule (correct)

What is the empirical formula for ethane (C₂H₆)?

CH₃ (correct)

C₄H₁₂

C₂H₆

CH₆

Which formula illustrates the arrangement of atoms and bonds within a molecule?

<p>Structural formula</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the formula for sodium chloride (NaCl) represent?

<p>The ratio of ions in the ionic compound</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Chemical Formulas

Chemical formulas provide a concise representation of the composition of chemical compounds.
There are three main types of formulas: empirical, molecular, and structural.
Empirical formula represents the simplest whole-number ratio of atoms in a compound.
Molecular formula shows the exact number of each type of atom in a molecule.
Structural formula illustrates the arrangement of atoms and bonds within a molecule.
Water (H₂O) has a molecular formula showing two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom.
Ethane (C₂H₆) has a molecular formula showing two carbon atoms and six hydrogen atoms. The empirical formula for ethane is CH₃, as it represents the simplest whole-number ratio of carbon to hydrogen atoms.
Sodium Chloride (NaCl) is an ionic compound, and its formula reflects the ratio of ions.
Naming conventions exist for binary compounds, which are compounds composed of two elements.

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This quiz covers the essential concepts surrounding chemical formulas, including empirical, molecular, and structural formulas. It provides examples like water and ethane to illustrate the differences and naming conventions for binary compounds. Test your understanding of chemical composition and representation in this concise quiz.