Naming Polyatomic Salts

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What is a polyatomic ion?

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

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What is the formula for carbonate?

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The formula for carbonate is CO₃²⁻.

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How do you name a compound with a polyatomic ion?

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When naming a compound with a polyatomic ion, the name of the cation (positive ion) is followed by the name of the polyatomic ion.

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What is the formula for ammonium sulfate?

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The formula for ammonium sulfate is (NH₄)₂SO₄.

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What is the charge of the sulfate ion?

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The charge of the sulfate ion is SO₄²⁻.

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What is the formula for the compound sodium phosphate?

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The formula for sodium phosphate is Na₃PO₄.

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What is the name of the compound with the formula Ca(BrO₂)₂?

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The name of the compound is calcium bromite.

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What is the formula for the compound potassium nitrate?

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The formula for potassium nitrate is KNO₃.

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What is the charge of the phosphate ion?

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The charge of the phosphate ion is PO₄³⁻.

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What is the name of the compound with the formula Cr₃(PO₄)₂?

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The name of the compound is chromium (II) phosphate.