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Complete Guide to Chemical Compounds: Common Names, Scientific Names & Formulas 2025
beginner⏱ 30 min min read
AboutAbout this material
Understanding chemical compounds and their common names is crucial for students preparing for competitive exams like SSC, Railways, UPSC, and engineering entrance tests. This comprehensive guide covers the most important chemical compounds that frequently appear in examinations.
Key Features:
- 100+ Essential Compounds - Complete list of chemicals with their common names, scientific names, and molecular formulas
- Exam-Focused Content - Specifically curated for Indian competitive exams based on previous year questions
- Easy Memorization - Organized in a user-friendly format for quick learning and revision
- Current & Relevant - Updated for 2025 with compounds commonly asked in recent examinations
- Mobile-Friendly - Optimized for studying on-the-go with responsive design
- Quick Reference - Perfect for last-minute revision before exams
- Industry Context - Aligned with India's growing chemical sector (valued at $250 billion)
- Academic Standards - Follows IUPAC nomenclature while emphasizing practical common names
| Common Name | Chemical Name | Chemical Formula |
|---|---|---|
| Black Lead | Graphite | C |
| Dry Ice | Solid Carbon Dioxide | CO₂ |
| Heavy Water | Deuterium Oxide | D₂O |
| Bleaching Powder | Calcium Oxychloride | Ca(OCl)Cl |
| Washing Soda | Sodium Carbonate | Na₂CO₃.10H₂O |
| Plaster of Paris | Calcium Sulphate Hemihydrate | CaSO₄.½H₂O |
| Marsh Gas | Methane | CH₄ |