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Natrium (Na) is the Latin name of


A

nitrogen

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sodium

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C

neon

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D

nitrogen dioxide

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Solution

The correct option is B

sodium


The explanation for the correct answer- (B) Sodium

The Latin name for sodium is Natrium and hence the symbol Na.

The explanation for the incorrect options-

(A) Nitrogen - The name and symbol are derived from the English language.

(C) Neon - The name and symbol are derived from the English language.

(D) Nitrogen Dioxide - It is a molecule made from nitrogen and oxygen.

Hence, option (B) is correct. Natrium (Na) is the Latin name for sodium.


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