What does the symbol '→' present in a chemical equation, mean?

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'→' Arrow separates reactants from the products.

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Chapter 1: The Language of Chemistry - For Additional High Order Thinking Questions [Page 15]

Chapter 1 The Language of Chemistry
For Additional High Order Thinking Questions | Q 2. 10. i] | Page 15

Give the symbols and valencies of following radicals:
(a) Hydroxide (b) Chloride
(c) Carbonate (d) ammonium
(e) Nitrate

Define: Elements-

The symbol of a metal element which is used in making thermometers is :

The symbols of the elements cobalt, aluminium, helium and sodium respectively written by a student are as
follows. Which symbol is the correct one ?

The anion of an element has ______.

Give the symbol of the following element:

Carbon

State the type of element for the following:

Antimony

State the type of element for the following:

Aluminium

Give the formula of the following gas:

Nitrogen

Name the following:

An acid whose formula is ‘H₂CO₃’.