Manganese(IV) Bromide Chemistry Concepts

The video tutorial explains how to write the chemical formula for manganese(IV) bromide. It begins by identifying the symbols for manganese and bromine, noting their charges. Manganese has a 4+ charge, while bromine has a 1- charge. To balance the charges and form a neutral compound, four bromine atoms are needed for each manganese atom, resulting in the formula MnBr4. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of balancing charges to achieve a net charge of zero.

What is the chemical symbol for manganese?

• Ma

• Mn

• Mb

• Mg

What is the ionic charge of bromine in manganese(IV) bromide?

• 1+

• 1-

• 2-

• 2+

Why do the charges in manganese(IV) bromide need to add up to zero?

• To make it soluble in water

• To increase its reactivity

• To ensure it is a neutral compound

• To make it a stable ion

How many bromine atoms are needed to balance the charge of one manganese atom in manganese(IV) bromide?

• 4

• 1

• 2

• 3

What is the final chemical formula for manganese(IV) bromide?

• MnBr4

• MnBr

• MnBr2

• MnBr3