How are these symbols pronounced ?

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In summary, the pronunciation of symbols depends on their function and context. In the periodic table, symbols are pronounced based on their element name, while in mathematics, they are pronounced differently depending on their function. In chemistry, symbols for elements are pronounced based on their name, while symbols for compounds or molecules are pronounced based on their chemical formula. In physics, symbols also have specific pronunciations depending on their function and context, and may vary in different languages. In music, the pronunciation of symbols varies depending on their type, such as musical notes being pronounced based on their letter name and symbols for dynamics based on their function.

Mar 28, 2017

momentum

How are those scary looking symbols pronounced ?

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Mar 28, 2017

hilbert2

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Sigma-zero, sigma-s and sigma-f.

Mar 28, 2017

momentum

thank you. It helped a lot.

Mar 29, 2017

DrClaude

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hilbert2 said:

Sigma-zero, sigma-s and sigma-f.

A native English speaker would most probably pronounce ##\sigma_0## as "sigma nought."

1. How are the symbols in the periodic table pronounced?

The symbols in the periodic table are pronounced based on their element name. For example, the symbol "H" for hydrogen is pronounced as "Hye-druh-jen". Some symbols, like "Fe" for iron, are pronounced differently in different languages.

2. How are mathematical symbols pronounced?

Mathematical symbols are pronounced differently depending on their function. For example, the symbol "+" is pronounced as "plus" and the symbol "x" is pronounced as "times" or "multiplied by". Some symbols, like "π" for pi, have a specific pronunciation in mathematics.

3. How are symbols in chemistry pronounced?

The pronunciation of symbols in chemistry can vary depending on the context. In general, symbols for elements are pronounced based on their element name, while symbols for compounds or molecules are pronounced based on their chemical formula. For example, the symbol "Na" for sodium is pronounced as "Soh-dee-um", while the symbol "H2O" for water is pronounced as "H-two-O".

4. How are symbols in physics pronounced?

The pronunciation of symbols in physics also depends on their function and context. Some symbols, like "c" for the speed of light, have a specific pronunciation. Other symbols, like "F" for force, are pronounced based on their corresponding unit of measurement. Additionally, symbols in physics may have different pronunciations in different languages.

5. How are symbols in music pronounced?

The pronunciation of symbols in music varies depending on the type of symbol. For example, musical notes are pronounced based on their letter name, while symbols for dynamics (such as "p" for piano) are pronounced based on their function. Other symbols, like "♩" for a quarter note, may have a specific pronunciation in music notation.