The structural formula for any molecule is only of limited value because _____.

A) it can't show the total number of atoms present within the molecule
B) it is unable to indicate whether a molecule is an acid or base
C) it can't convey any information about the three-dimensional aspects of the molecule
D) computers are necessary to handle the information needed for a structural representation
E) molecules change continuously and must be represented by computerized animation to be useful


Answer: C) it can't convey any information about the three-dimensional aspects of the molecule

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