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Comparing Compounds with Similar Formulas
When elements combine to make compounds, the properties will often significantly change. For example, sodium metal is a reactive solid that is very dangerous and chlorine gas is deadly when inhaled. When the combine, they form the ionic compound sodium chloride, which is commonly known as table salt. This is something that we eat all of the time and is no longer dangerous.
In this activity, you will pick 2 similar compounds and compare some of their properties, which you can search for their MSDS on the internet. Some examples would be H2O and H2O2, CO and CO2, K and KCl. You can pick 2 compounds that either differ by a subscript or 1 element. Search for information to complete the table below.
1. Complete the table
Name and formula
Mass
Melting Point
Boiling Point
Flammability rating
Reactivity rating
Health Hazard rating
2. Discuss any differences in the flammability, reactivity, and health hazard ratings. In general, which compound is more dangerous?