Chemical Formula
/ˈkɛmɪkəl ˈfɔːrmjʊlə/
Definitions
- (n.) A symbolic representation used to describe the composition and proportion of elements in a chemical substance, often relevant in environmental, patent, or regulatory law contexts.
The patent application claimed a novel chemical formula for an eco-friendly solvent.
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- chemical formula
- chemical formulas
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Commentary
In legal contexts, chemical formulas are critical when defining substances in patent claims or regulatory documents, requiring precise and unambiguous representation.
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