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Write the formula for the ionic compound formed from the sulfite anion (SO32–) and each cation:
- (a) K+;
- (b) Ba2+;
- (c) Al3+;
- (d) Zn2+.
(a)
Interpretation:
The formula of the ionic compound formed when
Answer to Problem 3.66AP
The formula of the ionic compound formed when
Explanation of Solution
When potassium cation
The charges are not equal in magnitude, two potassium ions and three sulfite ions are required to balance the charge.
The formula of the ionic compound formed when
(b)
Interpretation:
The formula of the ionic compound formed when
Answer to Problem 3.66AP
The formula of the ionic compound formed when
Explanation of Solution
When barium cation
The charges are equal in magnitude, and one of each ion is needed to balance the charge.
The formula of the ionic compound formed when
(c)
Interpretation:
The formula of the ionic compound formed when
Answer to Problem 3.66AP
The formula of the ionic compound formed when
Explanation of Solution
When aluminum cation
The charges are not equal in magnitude, two aluminum ions and three sulfite ions are required to balance the charge.
The formula of the ionic compound formed when
(d)
Interpretation:
The formula of the ionic compound formed when
Answer to Problem 3.66AP
The formula of the ionic compound formed when
Explanation of Solution
When zinc cation
The charges are equal in magnitude, and one of each ion is needed to balance the charge.
The formula of the ionic compound formed when
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