Types of Formulae

Question 1

Hydrocarbons are compounds that are made up of

Answer 1

hydrogen and carbon only

Question 2

The general formula is a formula that represents a

Answer 2

homologous series of compounds using letters and numbers
Eg. the general formula of alkanes is CnH2n+2

Question 3

A homologous series is a

Answer 3

group of organic compounds that have the same functional group, the same general formula and the same chemical properties

Question 4

The structural formula is a formula that shows

Answer 4

how the atoms are bonded to each carbon atom in a molecule

Question 5

The displayed formula is a

Answer 5

2D representation of an organic molecule showing all its atoms (by their symbols) and their bonds (by single, double or triple bonds)

Question 6

The skeletal formula is a

Answer 6

simplified displayed formula with all the carbon and hydrogen (C-H) bonds removed

Question 7

REVISE RECOGNISING AND DRAWING THESE FORMULAS