Understanding Diboron Trioxide and Boron

The video tutorial explains how to write the chemical formula for Boron oxide, specifically focusing on its most common form, diboron trioxide (B2O3). It covers the use of prefixes in naming molecular compounds, such as 'di' for two and 'tri' for three, and demonstrates how these prefixes help in determining the chemical formula. The tutorial also discusses the common naming conventions for Boron oxide and its forms.

What is the most common form of Boron oxide?

• Boron monoxide

• Boron dioxide

• Tetraboron dioxide

• Diboron trioxide

What does the prefix 'di' indicate in diboron trioxide?

• Two atoms

• Four atoms

• Three atoms

• One atom

What is the chemical symbol for Boron?

• Bo

• Br

• B

• Ba

What is the chemical formula for diboron trioxide?

• BO3

• B3O2

• B2O3

• B2O2

In a school setting, which name is more likely used for B2O3?

• Boron oxide

• Boron monoxide

• Diboron trioxide

• Boron dioxide