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molecular formula

noun

molecular formula

noun
1

Chemistry, Natural sciences, Physical sciences A notation indicating the number of atoms of each element present in one molecule of a substance.

  • The molecular formula for ethane is C₂H₆, while the empirical formula is CH₃.
Related terms
empirical formula

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