What Greek word serves as the root for the atomic symbol, Na, for sodium?
A)Natron
B)Nartum
C)Nafion
D)The term for the root of the atomic symbol, Na, is not Greek; it is the Latin word natrium.

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The atomic symbol Na for sodium comes from the Latin word "natrium," not from a Greek word. This reflects the practice of using Latin names for elements in the periodic table.

What Greek Word Serves as the Root for the Atomic