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Why are structural formulas more important in organic chemistry than in inorganic chemistry?
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∙ 14y ago
One reason (there are a lot more) is that in organic chemistry many more isomeres with the same chemical formula exist.
Example:
Na2S2O3: there is only 1 compound
But C2H4O2 has 3 possibilities:
- ethanoic acid: H3C-C(-OH)(=O)
- methoxymethanal: H3C-O-C(-H)(=O)
- hydroxyethanal: CH2OH-C(-H)(=O)
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What is written first when writing formulas and then last in chemistry?
The most used system in inorganic chemistry: first the cation, second the anion (for not simple problems read the manual Nomenclature in inorganic chemistry edited by IUPAC). In organic chemistry, with very long and complicate formulas, the rules are also more difficult. It is necessary to read the manual Nomenclature in organic chemistry edited by IUPAC.I mention that in informatics the Hill system is used for chemical formulas.
Chemical formula but different structural formulas?
Structural isomer
Where can one find more information about molecular formulas?
Information about molecular formulas can be found on chemistry Internet sites or chemistry and physics blogs. They may also be found in chemistry books.
What are the basic skills needed to succeed in biochemistry?
knowledge of chemical formulas, Experience with liquid and gaseous chemicals, math, writing logic problem solving, memorization
What is the difference in organic and inorganic formulas?
All organic compounds contain carbon; most inorganic compounds doesn't contain carbon.
What is written first when writing formulas and then last in chemistry?
The most used system in inorganic chemistry: first the cation, second the anion (for not simple problems read the manual Nomenclature in inorganic chemistry edited by IUPAC). In organic chemistry, with very long and complicate formulas, the rules are also more difficult. It is necessary to read the manual Nomenclature in organic chemistry edited by IUPAC.I mention that in informatics the Hill system is used for chemical formulas.
What is written first when writing formulas in science and then last?
The most used system in inorganic chemistry: first the cation, second the anion (for not simple problems read the manual Nomenclature in inorganic chemistry edited by IUPAC). In organic chemistry, with very long and complicate formulas, the rules are also more difficult. It is necessary to read the manual Nomenclature in organic chemistry edited by IUPAC.I mention that in informatics the Hill system is used for chemical formulas.
When are structural formulas used?
Structural formulas are used primarily for organic compounds for which molecular formulas correspond to more than one isomer, or for chemical discussions in which the shapes of molecules are important, such as crystallography.
Are the molecular formulas for each of the amino acids the same?
No, in fact people used to think that structural homology was proof for evolution but if you look at the chemistry of two animals with the same structural homology they will be way different
Why do geometrical isomers differ in their physical and chemical properties?
Isomers differ in their structural formulas. For example, the chemical formula for the simple sugars glucose, fructose, and galactose is C6H12O6, but their structural formulas are different, which gives them different properties. Glucose, fructose, and galactose are isomers of one another.
Chemical formula but different structural formulas?
Structural isomer
What is the structural formulas for alcohol?
C2h5oh
What are the molecular and structural formulas of water?
H20
Where can one find more information about molecular formulas?
Information about molecular formulas can be found on chemistry Internet sites or chemistry and physics blogs. They may also be found in chemistry books.
What are the basic skills needed to succeed in biochemistry?
knowledge of chemical formulas, Experience with liquid and gaseous chemicals, math, writing logic problem solving, memorization
Two compounds that have the same molecular formula but different structural formulas are?
Two compounds that have the same molecular formula but different structural formulas are isomers of each other.
What is the difference in organic and inorganic formulas?
All organic compounds contain carbon; most inorganic compounds doesn't contain carbon.
