Polyatomic Ions - Formulas and Charges

Front

What is the formula of the sulfite ion?

Back

SO₃²−

Front

What is the formula for hydroxide?

Back

OH⁻

Front

What is the formula of the phosphate ion?

Back

PO₄³−

Front

What is the formula for the silver ion?

Back

Ag⁺

Front

What is the formula of the sulfate ion?

Back

SO₄²−

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 is the charge of the ammonium ion?

Back

NH₄⁺ has a charge of +1.

Front

What is the formula for the carbonate ion?

Back

CO₃²−

Front

What is the formula for the nitrate ion?

Back

NO₃⁻

Front

What is the formula for the acetate ion?

Back

C₂H₃O₂⁻ or CH₃COO⁻