Overview
This lecture covers the names and symbols of the fifty most common elements from the periodic table, essential for Pre-AP Chemistry students.
Famous 50 Elements: Names & Symbols
- Hydrogen (H)
- Helium (He)
- Lithium (Li)
- Beryllium (Be)
- Boron (B)
- Carbon (C)
- Nitrogen (N)
- Oxygen (O)
- Fluorine (F)
- Neon (Ne)
- Sodium (Na)
- Magnesium (Mg)
- Aluminum (Al)
- Silicon (Si)
- Phosphorus (P)
- Sulfur (S)
- Chlorine (Cl)
- Argon (Ar)
- Potassium (K)
- Calcium (Ca)
- Vanadium (V)
- Chromium (Cr)
- Manganese (Mn)
- Iron (Fe)
- Cobalt (Co)
- Mercury (Hg)
- Lead (Pb)
- Uranium (U)
- Radium (Ra)
- Bismuth (Bi)
- Strontium (Sr)
- Titanium (Ti)
- Tungsten (W)
- Nickel (Ni)
- Copper (Cu)
- Zinc (Zn)
- Arsenic (As)
- Selenium (Se)
- Bromine (Br)
- Krypton (Kr)
- Zirconium (Zr)
- Silver (Ag)
- Cadmium (Cd)
- Tin (Sn)
- Antimony (Sb)
- Iodine (I)
- Cesium (Cs)
- Barium (Ba)
- Platinum (Pt)
- Gold (Au)
Key Terms & Definitions
- Element — A pure substance consisting of only one type of atom, represented by a unique chemical symbol.
- Symbol — The one- or two-letter abbreviation for an element on the periodic table (e.g., H for Hydrogen).
Action Items / Next Steps
- Memorize the names and symbols of all fifty listed elements.
- Practice with flashcards or quizzes for recall.
- Be prepared to write both names and symbols on upcoming assessments.