Polyatomic Ions - Chemistry

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Bromite

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BrO2 -

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AsO₃³-

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Arsenite

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C₂O₄²-

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Oxalate

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C₄H₄O₆²-

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Tartrate

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Bicarbonate

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HCO3 -

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What is a polyatomic ion?

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A polyatomic ion is a charged species composed of two or more atoms covalently bonded, which can be considered as a single unit.

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What is the charge of the sulfate ion?

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The sulfate ion (SO₄²-) has a charge of -2.

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What is the formula for the phosphate ion?

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The formula for the phosphate ion is PO₄³-.

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What is the difference between a cation and an anion?

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A cation is a positively charged ion, while an anion is a negatively charged ion.

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What is the formula for the ammonium ion?

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The formula for the ammonium ion is NH₄+.