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Displayed Formula:
O C
O
Explanation: The displayed formula shows the actual number of atoms of each element present in one molecule of the compound. In CO2, there is one carbon atom (C) and two oxygen atoms (O). The bonds between the atoms are represented by the lines. This formula indicates that each molecule of carbon dioxide consists of one carbon atom double-bonded to two oxygen atoms.