Atoms and Elements

Vocabulary flashcards based on the lecture notes covering key concepts about atoms, elements, and chemical symbols.

Element

A pure substance from which all other things are built; cannot be broken down into simpler substances.

Chemical Symbol

A one- or two-letter abbreviation for an element’s name.

Gold

An element with the chemical symbol Au, derived from the Latin 'aurum'.

Silver

An element with the chemical symbol Ag, derived from the Latin 'argentum'.

Toxicity of Mercury

Mercury (Hg) is a liquid element at room temperature that can enter the body through inhalation, skin contact, or ingestion of contaminated food and water.

Long-term Exposure to Mercury

Can damage the brain and kidneys, cause mental retardation, and decrease physical development.

Aluminum

An element with the chemical symbol Al.

Iodine

An element with the chemical symbol I.

Iron

An element with the chemical symbol Fe.

Magnesium

An element with the chemical symbol Mg.

Zinc

An element with the chemical symbol Zn.

Lithium

An element with the chemical symbol Li.

Phosphorus

The element with the chemical symbol P.

Argon

The element with the chemical symbol Ar.

Manganese

The element with the chemical symbol Mn.

Beryllium

The element with the chemical symbol Be.

Potassium

The element with the chemical symbol K.