Bismuth(III) Nitrate and Nitrate Ions

The video tutorial explains how to write the formula for bismuth(III) nitrate. It begins by identifying bismuth as a post-transition metal with a +3 charge and nitrate as a polyatomic ion with a -1 charge. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of memorizing common ions like nitrate. It then demonstrates how to balance the charges between bismuth and nitrate to achieve a neutral compound, resulting in the formula Bi(NO3)3. The video concludes with a recap of the process and the significance of understanding ionic compounds.

What does the '3' in Bismuth(III) Nitrate indicate about bismuth?

• It is a transition metal.

• It is a polyatomic ion.

• It is a non-metal.

• It has a charge of +3.

Which of the following is true about the nitrate ion?

• It is a polyatomic ion with a charge of -1.

• It is a single atom ion.

• It has a charge of +1.

• It is found on the periodic table.

Why is it recommended to memorize the nitrate ion?

• It is a common ion encountered in chemistry.

• It is rarely used in chemistry.

• It is not important for chemical reactions.

• It is a complex ion.

How do the charges of bismuth and nitrate ions balance in Bismuth(III) Nitrate?

• One nitrate ion balances one bismuth ion.

• Three nitrate ions balance one bismuth ion.

• Two nitrate ions balance one bismuth ion.

• Four nitrate ions balance one bismuth ion.

What is the net charge of Bismuth(III) Nitrate when the charges are balanced?

• +1

• -1

• 0

• +3

What is the chemical formula for Bismuth(III) Nitrate?

• Bi(NO3)

• Bi(NO2)3

• Bi(NO3)3

• Bi(NO3)2

Why is the '3' included in the name Bismuth(III) Nitrate?

• It indicates the number of nitrogen atoms.

• It indicates the number of oxygen atoms.

• It indicates the number of bismuth atoms.

• It indicates the number of nitrate ions.

What must be recognized when given the formula Bi(NO3)3 to write its name?

• The nitrate ion is a single atom.

• The nitrate ion has a charge of +3.

• The bismuth ion has a charge of -3.

• The nitrate ion is a polyatomic ion with a charge of -1.