- Hydrogen + Oxygen → Water
- Sodium + Chlorine → Sodium Chloride (salt)
- Activity: Write simple word equations to represent common reactions that occur in daily life, such as the formation of water and rust.
2.2 Applications of Common Elements in Society
- Elements and compounds have numerous applications in daily life. For example:
- Oxygen (O₂): Essential for respiration and combustion.
- Iron (Fe): Used in construction and manufacturing.
- Carbon (C): Found in all living things, used in fuel and industrial processes.
- Chlorine (Cl): Used in water purification and cleaning agents.
- Activity: Discuss how specific elements are used in different industries and products in society.