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Chapter 2: Problem 54

What are the symbols of the following nonmetals: fluorine, chlorine, bromine, sulfur, oxygen,phosphorus?

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The symbols of the given nonmetals are: Fluorine (F), Chlorine (Cl), Bromine (Br), Sulfur (S), Oxygen (O), and Phosphorus (P).

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01

Identify the symbols of nonmetals from the periodic table

To find the symbols for the nonmetals mentioned, refer to the periodic table and identify the one or two-letter abbreviation for each of the following elements: - Fluorine - Chlorine - Bromine - Sulfur - Oxygen - Phosphorus
02

Write down the symbols

After finding the abbreviation for each nonmetal, write down the symbols as follows: - Fluorine (F) - Chlorine (Cl) - Bromine (Br) - Sulfur (S) - Oxygen (O) - Phosphorus (P) These are the symbols for the nonmetals in the given list.

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