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Chemical Nomenclature and Symbolism

The rules and conventions used to name and symbolize chemical elements and compounds, including the use of IUPAC recommendations, element symbols, and unit notation, which enables clear and precise communication in chemistry

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Chemical nomenclature and symbolism are fundamental aspects of chemistry that help in identifying and communicating about substances. Understanding chemical symbols allows students to read and interpret the periodic table, while molecular formulas provide insight into the composition of compounds. T...

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Key Terms

Chemical Symbol
A one or two-letter notation representing an element.

Example: H for Hydrogen, O for Oxygen.

Molecular Formula
A formula that shows the number and type of atoms in a molecule.

Example: H₂O for water.

IUPAC
International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry, responsible for naming chemical compounds.

Example: IUPAC names like sodium chloride for NaCl.

Compound
A substance formed when two or more elements chemically bond.

Example: NaCl is a compound made of sodium and chlorine.

Element
A pure substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances.

Example: Gold (Au) is an element.

Organic Compound
Compounds primarily made of carbon and hydrogen.

Example: C₆H₁₂O₆ is glucose, an organic compound.

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Key Concepts

IUPAC NamingChemical SymbolsMolecular FormulasCommon Compounds