Here's a breakdown:
* Molecular formula: This describes the types and numbers of atoms present in a molecule. For example, both glucose and fructose have the molecular formula C6H12O6.
* Structural formula: This shows the arrangement of atoms within a molecule, including the bonds between them.
Isomers have the same molecular formula, but their atoms are connected in different ways, giving them different properties.
Examples of Isomers:
* Butane and Isobutane: Both have the molecular formula C4H10, but butane is a straight chain, while isobutane has a branched structure.
* Glucose and Fructose: Both have the molecular formula C6H12O6, but glucose is an aldose (with an aldehyde group) and fructose is a ketose (with a ketone group).
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