What's the Name of this compound

Thread starter nishantve1
Start date Jan 19, 2012

In summary, a compound is a substance made up of two or more elements that are chemically bonded together. Compounds are named using a set of rules and guidelines known as nomenclature, which typically includes the elements present in the compound and their respective proportions. Knowing the name of a compound is important because it can provide information about its chemical and physical properties, potential uses, and potential reactions with other substances. There are different naming systems for compounds, such as the common name system and the systematic name system, with the latter being more widely used and following specific rules. Compounds can also have more than one name depending on the naming system used or language.

Jan 19, 2012

nishantve1

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THE chemical name anyone ?
Really need it

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Jan 19, 2012

phyzguy

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1. What is a compound?

A compound is a substance made up of two or more elements that are chemically bonded together.

2. How are compounds named?

Compounds are named using a set of rules and guidelines known as nomenclature. The name typically includes the elements present in the compound and their respective proportions.

3. What is the importance of knowing the name of a compound?

Knowing the name of a compound is important because it can provide information about its chemical and physical properties, potential uses, and potential reactions with other substances.

4. Are there different naming systems for compounds?

Yes, there are different naming systems for compounds, such as the common name system and the systematic name system. The systematic name system is more widely used and follows a specific set of rules for naming compounds.

5. Can compounds have more than one name?

Yes, compounds can have more than one name depending on the naming system used. For example, a compound may have a common name and a systematic name, or it may have different names in different languages.