"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?"

I'm really stuck on this question. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you! :)

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"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?" 

I'm really stuck on this question. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you! :)

nottim · Answer

if you look it up, its the angles that are present.

derricklewis · Answer

Hi Viixxen