The scientific name of water is "dihydrogen monoxide." The chemical formula for water is H2O, which represents two hydrogen atoms bonded to one oxygen atom. However, "dihydrogen monoxide" is not commonly used in formal scientific contexts, as "water" is the universally accepted and recognized term. The term "dihydrogen monoxide" is sometimes humorously used in satirical or educational contexts to illustrate the importance of critical thinking and scientific literacy.