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Because there are languages other than English, and elements have different names in those languages.
Some of the symbols are taken from those languages instead. Latin is probably the most common; it's responsible for Fe, Na, K, Cu, Ag, Au, Sn, Sb, and Pb (at least... there may be a few others I missed).
Tungsten is called Wolfram in some countries, and its symbol W comes from that name.
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How do you get the symbol of elements?
The symbols of elements are derived from their names in various ways, often using the first letter or first two letters of the element's name, in a standardized manner based on the element's English or Latin name. For example, the symbol for sodium is Na, derived from the Latin name "natrium." You can find the symbols of elements on the periodic table of elements.
Why does the symbol W not match their English names?
The symbol W in the periodic table stands for tungsten, even though its English name is wolfram. This discrepancy arises from historical reasons, as the element was initially known as wolfram in many European countries. Tungsten comes from the Swedish language, with "tung sten" meaning "heavy stone."
What are the names of the elements in AlPO4?
The elements in AlPO4 are aluminum (Al), phosphorus (P), and oxygen (O).
What are the names on the periodic table and their names?
Oh honey, I could go on for days about the periodic table! But to keep it short and sweet, the names on the periodic table are the elements. Each element has its own unique name like hydrogen, helium, oxygen, and so on. There are currently 118 elements on the periodic table, so buckle up, we've got a lot to cover!
What elements have German names?
All of the elements have German names when writing or speaking in German. However, only one element has an international atomic symbol derived from its German name: That is tungsten, for which the German name is Wolfram and the atomic symbol is W.
What elements have English names?
english-names of elements.
Why do the symbols for some elements do not seem to match their names?
The chemical symbols for elements often come from their Latin names, which may not directly correspond to their English names. This is due to historical reasons or the first letter being already used by another element. For example, "sodium" is represented by the symbol "Na" from the Latin term "natrium."
How many elements' chemical symbol does not correspond with their name?
There are no elements whose symbol does not match their name -- in some language! The elements known to the ancients all match their latin names: Pb = plumbum = lead. Sn = stannum = tin. Cu = cuprum = copper. Au = aurum = gold Ag = argentum = silver Hg = hydrargyrum = mercury A few more recently discovered elements also match their latin names: Na = natrium = sodium K = kalium = potassium -- actually this name originally derives from the Arabic "al kali" -- recognize it? Sb = stibium = antimony One element has a symbol that matches its German name: W = Wolfram = tungsten I guess that makes about 10 elements whose symbol does not match their English name. Hope I have not forgotten any!
Why does the symbol Hg not match their English names?
I think that just like most things in the olden days periodic table has been written in Latin .
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Why couldn't Go be the symbol for gold in the periodic table?
The chemical symbol for Gold (Au) is based on its Latin name Aurum, not for its English name Gold. Most elements symbols match their English names, some don't - examples: Silver (Ag) is named for Argentum Iron (Fe) is named for Ferrum Sodium (Na) is named for Natrum Tungsten (W) is named for Wolfram
What does the symbol KM stand for in the periodic table?
There is no symbol KM in the periodic table.
How do you get the symbol of elements?
The symbols of elements are derived from their names in various ways, often using the first letter or first two letters of the element's name, in a standardized manner based on the element's English or Latin name. For example, the symbol for sodium is Na, derived from the Latin name "natrium." You can find the symbols of elements on the periodic table of elements.
Why is gold's chemical Au and not G?
The chemical symbol for Gold (Au) is based on its Latin name Aurum, not for its English name Gold.Most elements symbols match their English names, some don't - examples:Silver (Ag) is named for ArgentumIron (Fe) is named for FerrumSodium (Na) is named for NatrumTungsten (W) is named for Wolfram
Where are the elements symbol derived?
The elemental symbols used in chemistry are derived from several sources. Some symbols are based on the Latin or Greek names of the elements. For example, the symbol for gold (Au) comes from the Latin word "aurum." Other symbols are derived from the English names of elements, such as the symbol for hydrogen (H). Additionally, some symbols are derived from the discoverer's name or a common property of the element.
Elements whose names do not match their symbols?
Silver(Ag) Gold(Au) Mercury(Hg) Sodium(Na) Potassium(K) Iron(Fe) Tungsten(W) Lead(Pb) Antimony(Sb) Tin(Sn) Copper(Cu)
Why are some elements names non-english?
Some elements' names are not in English because they were named by their discoverers, who may have chosen names from a variety of languages. These names often reflect the element's properties, appearance, or historical significance.
