Lead(IV) Sulfite and Sulfite Ions

The video tutorial explains how to write the chemical formula for lead sulfite. It begins by identifying lead and sulfite ions, noting their charges. The tutorial then demonstrates how to balance these charges to form an ionic compound. Finally, it shows the steps to write the chemical formula Pb(SO3)2, ensuring the charges are balanced.

What is the charge on the lead ion in lead(IV) sulfite?

• 2+

• 3+

• 5+

• 4+

What is the chemical formula for the sulfite ion?

• SO

• SO4

• SO3

• SO2

How many sulfite ions are needed to balance the charge of one lead ion in lead(IV) sulfite?

• One

• Four

• Two

• Three

What is the total negative charge of two sulfite ions?

• 2-

• 3-

• 4-

• 5-

Which of the following is the correct chemical formula for lead(IV) sulfite?

• Pb2(SO4)3

• Pb(SO3)2

• Pb2(SO3)3

• Pb(SO4)2

Why are parentheses used in the formula for lead(IV) sulfite?

• To indicate the charge of the lead ion

• To show the number of lead ions

• To denote multiple sulfite ions

• To separate lead and sulfite ions