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What does the acronym HOFBrINCl represent?
What does the acronym HOFBrINCl represent?
- A list of diatomic elements (correct)
- A chemical formula for a compound
- A type of reaction
- None of the above
What is the diatomic element represented by the letter 'H'?
What is the diatomic element represented by the letter 'H'?
Hydrogen
What is the diatomic element represented by the letter 'O'?
What is the diatomic element represented by the letter 'O'?
Oxygen
What is the diatomic element represented by the letter 'F'?
What is the diatomic element represented by the letter 'F'?
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What is the diatomic element represented by the letter 'Br'?
What is the diatomic element represented by the letter 'Br'?
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What is the diatomic element represented by the letter 'I'?
What is the diatomic element represented by the letter 'I'?
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What is the diatomic element represented by the letter 'N'?
What is the diatomic element represented by the letter 'N'?
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What is the diatomic element represented by the letter 'Cl'?
What is the diatomic element represented by the letter 'Cl'?
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Study Notes
Diatomic Elements
- HOFBrINCl is an acronym used to memorize the diatomic elements: Hydrogen, Oxygen, Fluorine, Bromine, Iodine, Nitrogen, and Chlorine.
- Diatomic elements exist naturally as pairs of atoms in their most stable form.
Individual Diatomic Elements
- Hydrogen (H): The simplest and most abundant element in the universe, essential for the formation of water and organic compounds.
- Oxygen (O): Vital for respiration in most living organisms and a key part of water and organic molecules.
- Fluorine (F): The most reactive and electronegative element, mainly used in toothpaste and Teflon production.
- Bromine (Br): A reddish-brown liquid at room temperature, used in flame retardants and photography.
- Iodine (I): A dark gray or purple-black solid, crucial for thyroid function and commonly found in iodized salt.
- Nitrogen (N): Makes up about 78% of Earth's atmosphere; inert gas used in fertilizers and as a refrigerant.
- Chlorine (Cl): A greenish-yellow gas used for disinfecting water and in the production of various chemicals.
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