Identifying Polyatomic Ions

Front

What is the chemical formula for Phosphate?

Back

PO₄³−

Front

What is an ion that contains more than one atom?

Back

Polyatomic ion

Front

What is the chemical formula for Carbonate?

Back

CO₃²−

Front

How many atoms of oxygen are in a molecule of Ca₃(PO₄)₂?

Back

8

Front

What is the chemical formula for Acetate?

Back

C₂H₃O₂⁻

Front

Define a Polyatomic Ion.

Back

A polyatomic ion is an ion that consists of two or more atoms bonded together, which carry a net charge.

Front

What is the charge of the Phosphate ion?

Back

3−

Front

List one example of a Polyatomic Ion.

Back

Sulfate (SO₄²−) is an example of a polyatomic ion.

Front

What is the difference between a Monatomic Ion and a Polyatomic Ion?

Back

A monatomic ion consists of a single atom with a charge, while a polyatomic ion consists of multiple atoms bonded together with a net charge.

Front

What is the chemical formula for Bicarbonate?

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HCO₃⁻