General Formula - An algebraic formula that can describe any member of a family of compounds.
Empirical Formula - The simplest ratio of each element in a compound (cancel the numbers down if possible)
Molecular Formula - The actual of atoms of each element in a molecule.
Structural Formula - Shows the atoms carbon by carbon, with the attatched hydrogens and functional groups.
Displayed Formula - Shows all the atoms are arranged and all the bonds between them.
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