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chemical formula

DEFINITIONS OF: chemical formula

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n a representation of a substance using symbols for its constituent elements

Synonyms:
formula
Types:
molecular formula
a chemical formula based on analysis and molecular weight
empirical formula
a chemical formula showing the ratio of elements in a compound rather than the total number of atoms
structural formula
an expanded molecular formula showing the arrangement of atoms within the molecule
Type of:
statement
a message that is stated or declared; a communication (oral or written) setting forth particulars or facts etc
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