Introductory Chemistry: A Foundation
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Author: Steven S. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 6, Problem 2ALQ
Interpretation Introduction
Interpretation:
To understand what information is obtained from a formula and from an equation.
Concept Introduction:
A formula is a combination of atomic symbols that denote a particular chemical compound, while an equation helps one understand the proportions of reactants to proportions of products when a reaction occurs.
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Introductory Chemistry: A Foundation
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