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2-1-11 MISCONCEPTION ALERT. Common Names: In addition to a scientific name, many compounds also have a common name. For example, the common name for H 2 O is water. The scientific name for H 2 O is dihydrogen monoxide. Examples of compounds with scientific & common names:
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2-1-11 MISCONCEPTIONALERT • Common Names: In addition to a scientific name, many compounds also have a common name. For example, the common name for H2O is water. The scientific name for H2O is dihydrogen monoxide. • Examples of compounds with scientific & common names: 1. acetylsalicylic acid = aspirin 2. sodium bicarbonate = baking soda 3. calcium carbonate = chalk 4. acetic acid = vinegar 5. ascorbic acid = vitamin C