Polyatomic Ions Memory Tools Quiz

Why is it important to memorize polyatomic ions?

• They are rarely used in chemical equations.

• They are not found on the periodic table.

• They have simple structures.

• They are only used in advanced chemistry.

What does the mnemonic 'Nick the camel ate a clam supper in Phoenix' help you remember?

• The names of famous chemists.

• The formulas and charges of common polyatomic ions.

• The steps in balancing chemical equations.

• The order of elements in the periodic table.

In the mnemonic, what does the word 'Nick' represent?

• Nitrate

• Carbonate

• Chlorate

• Sulfate

How do you determine the number of oxygens in an ion using the mnemonic?

• Count the letters in the word.

• Count the consonants in the word.

• Count the vowels in the word.

• Count the syllables in the word.

What does the suffix 'ite' indicate about an ion?

• It has a different charge than 'ate'.

• It has one more oxygen than 'ate'.

• It has one less oxygen than 'ate'.

• It has the same number of oxygens as 'ate'.

What does the prefix 'hypo' indicate when used with 'ite'?

• Different charge than 'ite'.

• Same number of oxygens as 'ite'.

• One less oxygen than 'ite'.

• One more oxygen than 'ite'.

What happens to the charge of an ion when 'hydrogen' is added to its name?

• The charge remains the same.

• The charge doubles.

• The charge increases by one.

• The charge decreases by one.

What is the charge of the ion in 'hydrogen sulfate'?

• -3

• -1

• -2

• 0

Which of the following is an example of a polyatomic ion with a 'per' prefix?

• Chlorite

• Chlorate

• Hypochlorite

• Perchlorate

What is the main benefit of using the mnemonic for polyatomic ions?

• It replaces the need for a periodic table.

• It provides a detailed chemical analysis.

• It simplifies the memorization process.

• It helps in balancing chemical equations.