Chemistry (7th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 0321943171
ISBN 13: 978-0-32194-317-0

Chapter 2 - Atoms, Molecules, and Ions - Section Problems - Page 74: 122

Answer

Element symbols are written using one or two letters. If two letters are used, the first letter will always be uppercase and the second letter will always be lowercase. CO stands for carbon (C) and oxygen (O) in carbon monoxide.

Work Step by Step

Element symbols are written using one or two letters. If two letters are used, the first letter will always be uppercase and the second letter will always be lowercase. CO stands for carbon (C) and oxygen (O) in carbon monoxide.
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