Multiple choice

The chemical formula of a particular compound represents-

  1. The size of molecule

  2. The shape of its molecule

  3. The total number of atoms in its molecule

  4. The number of different types of atoms in its molecule
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D Correct answer
Explanation

A chemical formula represents the types of atoms in a compound and their relative proportions. For example, H2O shows hydrogen and oxygen atoms in a 2:1 ratio. Option D correctly identifies that formulas indicate different atom types present.

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