Chemical Symbols and Formulas

Grade 745 min

Learning Objective

I can create and interpret simple chemical formulas using the correct symbols for elements.

Lesson Flow

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5 min

Counting Atoms

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Practice

14 min

7 questions • Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Given the chemical formula C₃H₈, identify the number of carbon and hydrogen atoms present and explain how you arrived at your answer. In the chemical formula (C₂H₅)₂O, calculate the total number of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms in the compound and explain your reasoning.

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