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Which of the following formulas shows the actual number of atoms present in a molecule?
Molecular formula
Which formula represents the simplest whole number ratio of atoms in a compound?
Empirical formula
What type of formula is used to represent an entire class or family of compounds?
General formula
Which formula shows the three-dimensional arrangement of atoms in a molecule?
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In a skeletal formula, what do the lines represent?
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Which type of carbon atom is attached to only one other carbon atom?
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What does the subscript in a condensed structural formula represent?
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Which type of carbon atom is attached to two other carbon atoms?
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Which system of nomenclature is used to assign systematic names to organic compounds?
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