molecular formula

molecular formula Definition

molecular formula

noun

a formula which gives the kinds of atoms or radicals and the number of each kind in the molecule of a compound (Ex.: CH for benzene)

molecular formula Usage Examples

Converse of object

have: Exercise You are provided with a spectrum of a compound ( identified with a letter ) having the molecular formula C 6 H 14.

Adjective modifier

same: Structural isomerism occurs when two or more organic compounds have the same molecular formulae, but different structures.

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