What are the names of the molecules C3H8, SO3, F2, and KBr?

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The discussion revolves around identifying the names of specific chemical compounds represented by their molecular formulas: C3H8, SO3, F2, and KBr. The scope includes basic chemical nomenclature and the understanding of molecular structures.

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  • One participant inquires about the names of the molecules C3H8, SO3, F2, and KBr.
  • Another participant suggests that learning chemistry and IUPAC nomenclature is necessary to understand these names, providing names for the compounds: C3H8 as propane, SO3 as a sulfite anion with a -2 charge, F2 as diatomic fluorine, and KBr as potassium bromide.
  • A participant questions the classification of SO3 as a sulfite anion, proposing it should be referred to as sulfur trioxide instead.
  • There is a suggestion that there may be websites available that provide names for chemical compounds.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

There is no consensus on the naming of SO3, with some participants supporting the term "sulfite anion" while others advocate for "sulfur trioxide." The discussion remains unresolved regarding the preferred terminology.

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Participants express varying levels of familiarity with chemical nomenclature, indicating a potential gap in foundational knowledge. The discussion does not resolve the nuances of naming conventions or the implications of different terms.

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how can i know what the names of the molecules in this list:C3H8. SO3, F2, KBr


(the numbers need to be little)

thanks.
 
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You just need to learn Chemistry. This type of stuff is covered in any basic General Chemistry course. You can try looking up IUPAC nomenclature but if you have no foundation in Chemistry it may be a lot to really absorb.

C3H8 - Propane
SO3 is a sulfite anion and should have a -2 charge.
F2 is just diatomic flourine
KBr is Potassium Bromide

There are lots of rules for naming compounds and going into them on a forum is not something I'm really willing to spend my time doing. I'm sure you can google some stuff but its probably best to just get a book or take a class.
 
yes that truth.

but still thanks about ur help.
 
Yanick said:
SO3 is a sulfite anion and should have a -2 charge.

Why not just sulfur trioxide?

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well maybe there is website that give the name of compounds ?
 

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