Question

name three metals whose symbols are derived from:
(a) the first letter of the name of the element
(b) from the latin names

Answer 1

(a)magnesium (Mg)
Aluminum (Al)
(b) copper (Cu) - cuprum
Iron(Fe) - ferrus

Answer 2

Explanation:

Most elements are considered to be metals. Metals are named uniquely with symbols. The symbols for metals can be derived from the first alphabet of their name or they can be derived from their Latin names.  

i) Metals whose names are derived from first alphabet of their names:

• Lithium - Li
• Cobalt - Co
• Aluminium - Al

ii) Metals whose names are from their Latin names:

• Sodium - Na derived from Latin name Natrium
• Iron - Fe derived from the Latin name Ferrum
• Silver - Ag derived from the Latin name Argentum