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13 September, 14:28

Which of the following best explains why a structural formula of a chemical compound is more useful than a molecular formula?

A. Both formulas identify the specific atoms in a particular compound. However, a structural formula also shows how the atoms in a compound are bonded together.

B. Both formulas identify the types of atoms in a particular compound. However, a structural formula also shows how many atoms of each type are in a compound.

C. Both formulas show the location of each valence electron in a particular compound. However, a structural formula also shows the ratio of protons to neutrons within a compound.

D. Both formulas show the ratio of protons to neutrons within a particular compound. However, a structural formula also shows the location of each valence electron in a compound.

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  1. 13 September, 17:59
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    The answer is A) Both formulas identify the specific in a particular compound. However, a structural formula also shows how the atoms in a compound are bonded together.

    Molecular formula:

    Advantage: shows chemical composition

    Disadvantage: No structural information

    Structural formula:

    Advantage: shows chemical connectivity

    Disadvantage: Minimal three dimensional
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