Question

what does a formula represents?

Answer 1

Formula Represents a ratio in which the atoms are combined in the molecules ionic compound

Answer 2

Answer:

• A formula represents :

i) types of element present in a compound.

for ex : In $\bf{H_{2}O}$ there is Hydrogen and Oxygen is Present in the formulae of water.

ii) the number of atoms present of each element present in each compound.

for ex : In $\bf{H_{2}O}$ There is 2 atoms of Hydrogen and 1 atom oxygen is present.

iii) the molecule of the compound.