Question

multiple choice question
which is the symbol for the chemical element hydrogen?
o h₂o
o h
o he
o hy

Explanation:

Hydrogen is a chemical element. In the periodic table, each element has a unique symbol. The symbol for hydrogen is \(H\). \(H_2O\) is the chemical formula for water (a compound, not an element symbol). \(He\) is the symbol for helium. \(Hy\) is not the correct symbol for any standard element.

Answer:

\(H\)