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Which noble gas has the greatest atomic number?
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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 potassium?
A
Po
B
P
C
K
D
Pt
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Understand that chemical symbols are one- or two-letter abbreviations derived from the element's English or Latin name.
Recall that potassium's chemical symbol is derived from its Latin name 'Kalium', which is why it is represented as \(K\).
Recognize that \(Po\) stands for Polonium, \(P\) stands for Phosphorus, and \(Pt\) stands for Platinum, so these are not correct for potassium.
Confirm that the correct chemical symbol for potassium is \(K\).
Therefore, among the options given, \(K\) is the correct chemical symbol for potassium.
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