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Question

Which statement best describes the difference between empirical and molecular formulas?

Accepted Answer

Empirical formulas show the simplest ratio of elements, while molecular formulas show the actual number of atoms.

Answer

Empirical formulas are used only for ionic compounds.

Answer

Empirical formulas show the actual number of atoms, while molecular formulas show the simplest ratio of elements.

Answer

Both empirical and molecular formulas show the same information.