Copper(I) Acetate and Acetate Ion Concepts

The video tutorial explains how to write the formula for copper(I) acetate. It begins by identifying the element symbol for copper and the charge indicated by the Roman numeral. The acetate ion, a polyatomic ion, is introduced, and its structure and charge are discussed. The tutorial emphasizes the need for the charges to balance to form a neutral compound, resulting in the formula for copper(I) acetate. Variations in writing the formula are also mentioned.

What is the element symbol for copper in Copper(I) Acetate?

• Ca

• Co

• Cu

• C

What is the charge of the copper ion in Copper(I) Acetate?

• 1+

• 2+

• 1-

• 2-

Which of the following is the correct formula for the acetate ion?

• C2H3O2-

• CH3COO-

• CH3COOH

• C2H5O2

What is the charge of the acetate ion?

• 1+

• 2-

• 2+

• 1-

How is the acetate ion sometimes represented differently?

• By rearranging the atoms

• By changing the number of atoms

• By removing atoms

• By adding more atoms

Why must the charges in Copper(I) Acetate add up to zero?

• To make it a liquid

• To make it a gas

• To make it a neutral compound

• To make it an ion

What is the final formula for Copper(I) Acetate?

• Cu(CH3COO)2

• CuC2H3O2

• Cu(CH3COO)

• CuC2H3O2-