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Chemical Formulas
Description/Name/Formula
| Description | Name and Formula |
|---|---|
| Essential for all known forms of life. It acts as a universal solvent and covers roughly 71% of the Earth's surface. 2 Hydrogen atoms 1 Oxygen atom | Water H₂O |
| A colorless, odorless gas produced by animal respiration and fossil fuel combustion, absorbed by plants during photosynthesis. 1 Carbon atom 2 Oxygen atoms | Carbon Dioxide CO₂ |
| A simple hydrocarbon that is the primary component of natural gas and is produced by microorganisms during cattle digestion. 1 Carbon atom 4 Hydrogen atoms | Methane CH₄ |
| Known for its strong, pungent odor, this compound is widely used in household glass cleaners and industrial fertilizers. 1 Nitrogen atom 3 Hydrogen atoms | Ammonia NH₃ |
| A pale blue liquid in pure form, commonly sold in low concentrations as a mild household antiseptic for minor cuts 2 Hydrogen atoms 2 Oxygen atoms | Hydrogen Peroxide H₂O₂ |
| A simple sugar that is the primary product of photosynthesis and serves as the main energy source for cellular respiration. 6 Carbon atoms 12 Hydrogen atoms 6 Oxygen atoms | Glucose C₆H₁₂O₆ |
| Found in the Earth's stratosphere, this gas forms a layer that protects life on Earth by absorbing harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation. 3 Oxygen atoms | Ozone O₃ |
| Commonly known as table salt, this ionic compound forms clear cubic crystals and is used worldwide for food seasoning. 1 Sodium atom 1 Chlorine atom | Sodium Chloride NaCl |
| A dense, highly corrosive acid heavily used in industrial chemical manufacturing and as the electrolyte in car batteries. 2 Hydrogen atoms 1 Sulfur atom 4 Oxygen atoms | Sulfuric Acid H₂SO₄ |
| Easily liquefied under pressure, this gas is stored in tanks to power outdoor gas grills, camping stoves, and home heating systems. 3 Carbon atoms 8 Hydrogen atoms | Propane C₃H₈ |
| Commonly referred to as grain alcohol, this volatile liquid is produced by yeast fermentation and used as a bio-fuel additive. 2 Carbon atoms 6 Hydrogen atoms 1 Oxygen atom | Ethanol C₂H₆O |
| Often referred to as "laughing gas," this chemical compound acts as a mild anesthetic in dentistry and an aerosol propellant. 2 Nitrogen atoms 1 Oxygen atom | Nitrous Oxide N₂O |
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