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Draw the skeletal formula for butanoic acid.
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Introduction to organic chemistry
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Draw the skeletal formula for butanoic acid.
Answer
The skeletal formula for butanoic acid is represented as follows: O || H3C-CH2-CH2-C | OH
Explanation
This question tests the ability to represent organic compounds using skeletal formulae, which is a key skill in organic chemistry nomenclature. The skeletal formula clearly shows the arrangement of atoms and functional groups in the molecule.
Common mistake
Misidentifying Structural Formulae
Students often confuse structural formulae with molecular formulae, thinking they represent the same information.
Remember that a structural formula shows how atoms are arranged in a molecule, while a molecular formula only indicates the number of each type of atom present. For example, C2H6 is the molecular formula for ethane, but its structural formula is CH3-CH3, showing the arrangement of atoms.
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