Understanding Acetate Ion and Manganese Compounds

This video tutorial explains how to write the chemical formula for manganese(II) acetate, Mn(CH3COO)2. It covers the acetate ion's structure and charge, the naming of manganese from the periodic table, and the importance of balancing charges between the metal and the polyatomic ion. The tutorial also discusses the use of Roman numerals to indicate the charge of transition metals and provides a step-by-step guide to writing the formula from the compound's name.

What is the charge of the acetate ion?

• 1+

• 1-

• 2-

• 2+

How is the acetate ion sometimes written differently?

• CH3COO2-

• CH3COOH

• C2H3O2-

• CH3COO-

What is the first step in naming the compound Mn(CH3COO)2?

• Balance the charges

• Determine the charge of the acetate ion

• Write the name of the metal

• Identify the charge of manganese

Why is it necessary to include a Roman numeral in the name of manganese acetate?

• To show the total charge of the compound

• To specify the charge of manganese

• To differentiate it from other metals

• To indicate the number of acetate ions

What is the charge of manganese in manganese acetate?

• 4+

• 2+

• 1+

• 3+

How many acetate ions are needed to balance the charge of manganese in Mn(CH3COO)2?

• Four

• Three

• Two

• One

What is the purpose of balancing charges in a chemical formula?

• To increase the compound's solubility

• To make the compound more reactive

• To change the compound's color

• To ensure the compound is stable

What is the correct name for Mn(CH3COO)2?

• Manganese(IV) acetate

• Manganese(II) acetate

• Manganese acetate

• Manganese(III) acetate