Understanding Polyatomic Ionic Bonds

Front

What is a polyatomic ion?

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An ion composed of two or more atoms covalently bonded, that acts as a single charged entity.

Front

What is the charge on the sulfate ion?

Back

2-

Front

What is the correct formula for the phosphate ion?

Back

PO_4^{3-}

Front

Which of the following is a common polyatomic ion?

Back

SO_4^{2-}

Front

Which compound is named correctly? K_2SO_4, CaCO_3, Mg(NO_3)_2, Al(OH)_3?

Back

CaCO_3 - Calcium carbonate

Front

What is the charge on the nitrate ion?

Back

1-

Front

What is the formula for the ammonium ion?

Back

NH_4^+

Front

What is the charge on the carbonate ion?

Back

2-

Front

What is the formula for the hydroxide ion?

Back

OH^-

Front

What is the charge on the acetate ion?

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1-