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What is the diatomic ion represented by the word 'dihydrogen'?
What is the diatomic ion represented by the word 'dinitrogen'?
What is the diatomic ion represented by the word 'dioxygen'?
What is the diatomic ion represented by the word 'difluorine'?
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What is the diatomic ion represented by the word 'dichlorine'?
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What is the diatomic ion represented by the word 'dibromine'?
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What is the diatomic ion represented by the word 'diiodine'?
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Study Notes
Diatomic Ions Overview
- Diatomic ions consist of two atoms of the same element.
- Commonly found in nature, they play significant roles in chemical reactions.
Dihydrogen (Hydrogen)
- Composed of two hydrogen atoms (H₂).
- Essential for the formation of water and numerous organic compounds.
Dinitrogen (Nitrogen)
- Consists of two nitrogen atoms (N₂).
- Makes up approximately 78% of Earth's atmosphere, crucial for plant growth through nitrogen fixation.
Dioxygen (Oxygen)
- Formed by two oxygen atoms (O₂).
- Vital for respiration in most living organisms and combustion processes.
Difluorine (Fluorine)
- Contains two fluorine atoms (F₂).
- Highly reactive, used in producing fluorinated compounds and as a teeth-strengthening agent in toothpaste.
Dichlorine (Chlorine)
- Composed of two chlorine atoms (Cl₂).
- Used as a disinfectant and in the production of bleach and PVC.
Dibromine (Bromine)
- Consists of two bromine atoms (Br₂).
- Present in some flame retardants and used in certain pharmaceuticals.
Diiodine (Iodine)
- Formed by two iodine atoms (I₂).
- Important for thyroid hormone production and commonly used in antiseptics.
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