Polyatomic Ions

Front

What is the formula for Acetate?

Back

CH₃COO⁻ or C₂H₃O₂⁻

Front

What is the formula for Oxalate?

Back

C₂O₄²⁻

Front

What is the formula for Nitrate?

Back

NO₃⁻

Front

What is the formula for Carbonate?

Back

CO₃²⁻

Front

What is the formula for Nitrite?

Back

NO₂⁻

Front

Define a polyatomic ion.

Back

A polyatomic ion is a charged species composed of two or more atoms covalently bonded, that can act as a single unit in chemical reactions.

Front

What charge does the Acetate ion carry?

Back

-1

Front

What charge does the Oxalate ion carry?

Back

-2

Front

What charge does the Nitrate ion carry?

Back

-1

Front

What charge does the Carbonate ion carry?

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-2