Question

What is the origin name for Potassium

Answer 1

Explanation:

Potassium – Kalium (K)

'Kalium' is potassium's Latin name, and derives from the Arabic 'al qalīy', meaning “calcined ashes” (the ashes left over when plant material is burned)

Answer 2

Answer:

Origin of the name The name is derived from the English word 'potash'.

'Kalium' is potassium's Latin name, and derives from the Arabic 'al qalīy', meaning “calcined ashes”