Is this a more accurate representation of a molecule?

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The discussion centers on the representation of molecular structures, specifically comparing two versions of a molecular formula. The top version is commonly used but inaccurately suggests that hydrogen (H2) bonds with carbon (C) and nitrogen (N) in a misleading manner. In contrast, the bottom version accurately depicts the bonding relationships, clarifying that -CH2- is equivalent to -(CH2)-. Participants agree that while the top version is prevalent, the bottom version provides a clearer understanding of atomic connections.

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Is this more accurate than this?
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I see the top version used everywhere. But isn't the bottom version better? Because the top version makes it seem like H2 bonds with the C to its right and the other H2 bonds with the N. Whereas the bottom version shows the bonds correctly. Should I draw it like the top version and stop annoying myself with the bottom version?
 
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Matt204823545 said:
Because the top version makes it seem like H2 bonds with the C to its right and the other H2 bonds with the N.

-CH2- is identical with -(CH2)-

The bonds in the formula connect groups of atoms - not specific atoms within the groups. This information gets lost by using this type of formula. But that is not a problem because it is quite clear which atoms are actually connected.
 
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DrStupid said:
-CH2- is identical with -(CH2)-

The bonds in the formula connect groups of atoms - not specific atoms within the groups. This information gets lost by using this type of formula. But that is not a problem because it is quite clear which atoms are actually connected.

Ok thanks, I'll stop annoying myself with the squiggly lines lol
 
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