He can tell the compound contains one atom of carbon and two atoms of oxygen.
He can tell that the compound forms molecules.
Before he even begins his research, what information can Tristan obtain from the compound's chemical formula alone?
Select all that apply.
He can tell the compound contains one atom of carbon and two atoms of oxygen.
He can tell that the compound forms molecules.
He can tell the compound has two atoms of carbon and two atoms of oxygen.
He can tell that the compound forms networks.
He can tell that the compound forms molecules.
- He can tell the compound contains one atom of carbon and two atoms of oxygen.
- He can tell that the compound forms molecules.
1. He can tell the compound contains one atom of carbon and two atoms of oxygen.
2. He can tell that the compound forms molecules.
Incorrect options:
- He cannot tell that the compound has two atoms of carbon and two atoms of oxygen because the formula CO2 indicates one atom of carbon and two atoms of oxygen.
- He cannot tell that the compound forms networks because the formula CO2 suggests the compound forms simple molecules, not extended networks.