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Meaning of empirical formula | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A notation indicating the ratios of the various elements present in a compound, without regard to the actual numbers.

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Examples

“The molecular formula for ethane is C₂H₆, while the empirical formula is CH₃.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

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