Potassium Hypochlorite and Ionic Charges

The video tutorial explains how to write the chemical formula for potassium hypochlorite. It begins by identifying potassium as 'K' and explains that hypochlorite is a polyatomic ion, not found on the periodic table. The tutorial details the ionic charges of potassium and hypochlorite, emphasizing the need to balance these charges to form a neutral compound. The final formula for potassium hypochlorite is presented as KClO. The video concludes with a brief closing statement.

What is the element symbol for potassium?

• P

• K

• Pt

• Po

What does the suffix 'ite' in hypochlorite indicate?

• A metal

• A single element

• A noble gas

• A polyatomic ion

What is the charge of the hypochlorite ion?

• 1+

• 2-

• 1-

• 2+

Why is it important to balance charges in ionic compounds?

• To change their color

• To increase their weight

• To ensure they are neutral

• To make them reactive

What is the charge of potassium in the periodic table?

• 0

• 2+

• 1+

• 1-

How do the charges of potassium and hypochlorite combine in potassium hypochlorite?

• They form a charge of 1+

• They cancel each other out to give a net charge of zero

• They both add up to 2-

• They both add up to 2+

What is the chemical formula for potassium hypochlorite?

• KCl

• KClO

• KOH

• K2O