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Which element has the symbol F on the periodic table?
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2. Atoms & Elements
Periodic Table: Element Symbols
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Which of the following is the correct chemical symbol for the element silver?
A
Sg
B
Ag
C
Au
D
Si
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Understand that each chemical element is represented by a unique one- or two-letter symbol derived from its English or Latin name.
Recall that the element silver has the chemical symbol 'Ag', which comes from its Latin name 'Argentum'.
Recognize that 'Sg' stands for Seaborgium, 'Au' stands for Gold (from Latin 'Aurum'), and 'Si' stands for Silicon.
Compare the given options with the known symbols to identify that 'Ag' correctly represents silver.
Conclude that the correct chemical symbol for silver is 'Ag'.
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