13. The image is a model of sulfuric acid that has a chemical formula of H2SO4. Why is creating models, like the one shown in the image above important in understanding substances? Select all that apply!

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Models help to represent molecules, which are not visible, and can help design new components.
Models help to represent molecules, which are not visible, and can help design new components.

Models tell us the exact number of protons present.
Models tell us the exact number of protons present.

Models help to demonstrate how atoms react with each other
Models help to demonstrate how atoms react with each other

Models tell the type of bonds that are formed by different elements...

Answer 1

Creating models of substances like sulfuric acid (H2SO4) is important for several reasons. Based on the options provided, the following responses are correct:

1. Models help to represent molecules, which are not visible, and can help design new components.
2. Models help to demonstrate how atoms react with each other.
3. Models tell the type of bonds that are formed by different elements.

These aspects are vital for understanding the structure and behavior of molecules, how they interact in chemical reactions, and how new substances can be synthesized based on their molecular characteristics. However, models do not provide information about the exact number of protons present in an element; this is determined by the atomic number of the element on the periodic table.