Acetate Ion and Iron III Acetate

The video tutorial explains how to write the chemical formula for Iron III Acetate. It begins by identifying the element symbol for iron and its charge. The tutorial then discusses the acetate ion, a polyatomic ion, and how its charge interacts with iron's charge to form a neutral compound. The process of balancing these charges is detailed, leading to the final formula for Iron III Acetate. The video also mentions an alternative way to write the acetate ion. The tutorial concludes with a summary of the formula and thanks the viewers.

What is the element symbol for iron in the formula for Iron III Acetate?

• Ir

• I

• In

• Fe

What does the 'ate' suffix in acetate indicate about its presence on the periodic table?

• It is a noble gas

• It is a polyatomic ion

• It is a non-metal

• It is a metal

What is the charge of the acetate ion?

• 0

• 1-

• 2-

• 3-

How many acetate ions are needed to balance the charge of one iron ion in Iron III Acetate?

• Two

• Three

• One

• Four

Why do we use parentheses around the acetate ion in the formula for Iron III Acetate?

• To highlight it is a liquid

• To denote multiple ions

• To show it is a solid

• To indicate it is a gas

What is the alternative way to write the acetate ion in the formula?

• CH3COOH

• C2H5O2

• C2H3O2

• C2H4O2

What is the complete formula for Iron III Acetate?

• Fe(CH3COO)2

• Fe(C2H3O2)3

• Fe(CH3COO)3

• Fe(C2H3O2)2