Why are hydrogen and oxygen written as H2 and O2?

1. They are diatomic molecules.

2. All individual elements have the subscript 2.

3. To balance the equation.

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Jair Hatfield

24 July, 13:42

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Miranda Michael · Answer 1

I think it's number 2

Arianna Glass · Answer 2

The answer is 1, the elements are diatomic and both contain 2 atoms in the same element

Why are hydrogen and oxygen written as H2 and O2?1. They are diatomic molecules.2. All individual elements have the subscript 2.3. To balance the equation.