chemical formula
(chem-i-cal-for-mu-la)
6 syllables
Definition
noun. A symbolic representation of a compound's composition, indicating the elements present and the relative number of atoms of each element.
Example Sentence
The chemical formula for water is H2O, indicating two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom.
More Example Sentences
Chemists use a chemical formula to easily convey information about the proportions of atoms in a molecule.
Synonyms
molecular formula; empirical formula; structural formula
Antonyms
word equation; description; narrative
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