Why does k is a symbol of patassium?

Answer 1

First of all it is NOT 'patassium' , but 'Potassium;'.

The chemical symbol 'K' for potassium is from Latin, and means 'Kalium'.#

Similarly, Sodium ( Na ; Nadium).

Answer 2

The chemical symbol for potassium is K because it is derived from its Latin name "kalium." This Latin name was chosen as the basis for the symbol due to historical and linguistic reasons.

Answer 3

Most of the atomic symbols come from the Latin names for the elements. The Latin name for potassium is 'kalium'