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Types of formula for organic molecules

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State the molecular formula of ethene.

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C2H4

Also accept: C2H4; c2h4

Common mistakes: C2H6; CH4

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A1 · 1 mark · 1 mark for correct molecular formula: C2H4

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The molecular formula of ethene is C2H4.

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