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Chem3 Ch5.p6.D.2
Writing Formulas from names: Polyatomic ions
Formulas from name:Process | Answer |
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Step 1 | Memorize common polyatomic ions |
Step 2 | Formulas for polyatomic ions are written as usual |
Rule 2a | Except: put parentheses around polyatomic ions whenever there are more than one |
Rule 2b | Dont break up polyatomic ions (write Ca3(PO4)2, not Ca3P2O8) |
Bismuth (III) perchlorate: | Bismuth (III) indicates Bi3+ and perchlorate always forms CLO4- ; Bi3+ and CLO4- combine to give Bi(CLO4)3 |