Empirical formulas can be confusing. This is mainly because they only show the simplest ratio of elements in a compound. This can make it hard to understand the actual structure of molecules.

1. Limitations:

• Empirical formulas don’t show how the atoms are arranged.
• Different compounds may look the same with the same empirical formula, which can be misleading.

2. Solutions:

• Learning about molecular formulas can help you see the whole picture.
• You can get better at converting between empirical and molecular formulas by using the formula weight.

Even though these ideas can seem complicated, you can understand them with some effort and good study habits!