What is a major limitation of condensed structural formulas?

Understanding Molecular Structures and Formulas

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
They are too detailed for small molecules.
They cannot represent large or complex molecules effectively.
They always require explicit hydrogen representation.
They are not used in organic chemistry.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In a line structure, what does each endpoint and corner represent?
A hydrogen atom
A nitrogen atom
An oxygen atom
A carbon atom
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why are hydrogen atoms often omitted in line structures?
They are not important for molecular structure.
They are assumed to be present to satisfy carbon's four bonds.
They are not part of the molecule.
They are always bonded to oxygen.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In a line structure, how many bonds does each carbon atom typically have?
Three
Five
Two
Four
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How is a CH3 unit represented in a line structure?
As an endpoint
As a double line
As a circle
As a corner point
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the molecular formula for a structure with four carbon atoms, nine hydrogens, one oxygen, and one chlorine?
C4H8O2
C4H9OCl
C5H10Cl
C4H10O
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How many hydrogen atoms are in a structure with nine carbon atoms and two oxygens?
14
16
20
18
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