Chemistry
What is meant by the term 'symbol'. Give the qualitative and quantitative meaning of the term 'symbol'.
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The formula of the nitride of a metal X is XN, state the formula of :
(i) it's sulphate (ii) it's hydroxide.
What is the valency of nitrogen in :
(i) NO
(ii) N2O
(iii) NO2
Name three metals whose symbols are derived from :
(a) the first letter of the name of the element
(b) from their Latin names.
Explain the meaning of the term 'valency'. State why the valency of the metal potassium is +1 and of the non-metal chlorine is -1.