How do I type math and chem equations?

[NeoPTLD]

I want to type in something like this with proper sub and super scripting.

2H^++ + O2^2- ---> 2H2O

Secondly, how can I do dimensional analysis and cancel things out with a diagonal line on the computer?

 

[Heisenberg]

Equation Editor in Word is probably your best bet.

 

[AgentEL]

Yup. In Word, go to Insert > Object > Microsoft Equation 3.0.

Easier to put math symbols and super/subscripts.

 

[aux]

TeX/LaTeX

 

[Spoooon]

Originally posted by: aux
TeX/LaTeX

 

[Heisenberg]

Originally posted by: aux
TeX/LaTeX

As much as I like TeX, it takes a while to learn. If he just needs this done fast and dirty, then M$'s equation editor is much easier to use quickly.

 

[ThaChemist]

If you're just doing chemical formulas, the sub/superscripts are easy to access:

> "ctrl-=" gives you subscripts
> "ctrl-shift-=" gives you superscripts

Ends up being pretty useful and quick when typing (to return to normal mode, just repeat the key sequence).

 

[screw3d]

Originally posted by: ThaChemist
If you're just doing chemical formulas, the sub/superscripts are easy to access:

> "ctrl-=" gives you subscripts
> "ctrl-shift-=" gives you superscripts

Ends up being pretty useful and quick when typing (to return to normal mode, just repeat the key sequence).

That's useful. thanks!