5. What is the major difference between the two-dimensional and three - dimensional models of ethane and methane? When might you choose to use a two-dimensional model rather than a three-dimensional model when representing one of the molecules?

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Saige Vargas

2 July, 05:08

5. What is the major difference between the two-dimensional and three - dimensional models of ethane and methane? When might you choose to use a two-dimensional model rather than a three-dimensional model when representing one of the molecules?

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Nikhil Olsen · Answer 1

The major difference is that the two-dimensional model doesn't show the C-H angles. For example, three-dimensional models are needed to show stereo-isomerism