Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chemical formula
noun
/ˈkɛmɪkəl ˈfɔrmjʊlə/
Definition
A representation that shows the elements in a compound and the ratio of atoms of each element.
Examples
- The chemical formula for water is H2O.
- In organic chemistry, the chemical formula C6H6 represents benzene.
- The chemical formula NaCl denotes table salt.
Meaning
A chemical formula indicates the types and numbers of atoms in a molecule, helping to convey the composition of a substance.
Synonyms
- molecular formula
- structural formula
- empirical formula
