Chemical Symbols and Formulas
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Objective
I can create and interpret simple chemical formulas using the correct symbols for elements.
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Practice
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What is the correct chemical symbol for potassium, and how is it represented in a chemical formula?
In the chemical formula C₆H₁₂O₆, identify the number of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms present.
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Exit ticket
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“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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