Using Superscripts and Subscripts in Algebra and Chemistry. Superscripts and subscripts are commonly used in mathematical equations and scientific formulas. In algebra, superscripts are primarily used, while in science, subscripts are primarily used. Let's look at a few examples. Multiplication in Algebra - Superscripts: Multiplication in algebra is usually demonstrated by writing two or more expressions together without a multiplication symbol. Example: a x b is written ab. Sometimes you may see a formula that …showed first 75 words of 348 total…

…showed last 75 words of 348 total…and is represented by the formula N2O. Baking soda, or sodium bicarbonate, is represented by the formula NaHCO3. A compound which is not as familiar is ammonium hydroxide. However, when we look at the common name, it really is one we might have used: ammonia water. It is represented by the formula NH4OH. Since you probably have used some of the compounds mentioned, you may be a chemist and not even know it!