Counting Elements and Atoms

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The first letter of an element is always...

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an uppercase letter.

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What is the correct formula for three hydrogen (H), one sulfur (S), and four oxygen (O)?

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H₃SO₄

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A subscript is the small number below a(n) ________ that tells the number of _______ of that element.

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element symbol; atoms

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How many atoms are in the formula Zn(NO₃)₂?

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9

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How many elements are in the chemical formula Zn(NO₃)₂?

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3

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What does a subscript in a chemical formula indicate?

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The number of atoms of the element in the compound.

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What is the chemical symbol for sulfur?

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S

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What is the chemical formula for water?

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H₂O

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How many oxygen atoms are in the formula H₂SO₄?

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4

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What is the total number of atoms in the formula C₆H₁₂O₆?

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24