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The symbols for elements are based on their Latin names. Sulphur is spelled as "sulfur" in modern English, hence its symbol "S." Sodium comes from the Latin word "natrium," leading to its symbol "Na." Silicon's symbol "Si" is derived from its name in Latin, "silicium."

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