Polyatomic Ions Memory Test

Front

What is a polyatomic ion?

Back

A polyatomic ion is a charged species (ion) composed of two or more atoms covalently bonded together, which can be considered as a single unit.

Front

Name the polyatomic ion with the formula CO₃²⁻.

Back

Carbonate.

Front

What is the formula for the thiocyanate ion?

Back

SCN⁻.

Front

What is the correct name for the ion ClO⁻?

Back

Hypochlorite.

Front

What is the name of the ion CN⁻?

Back

Cyanide.

Front

What is the formula for the nitrite ion?

Back

NO₂⁻.

Front

What is the charge of the carbonate ion?

Back

-2.

Front

List three common polyatomic ions and their charges.

Back

1. Sulfate (SO₄²⁻) 2. Nitrate (NO₃⁻) 3. Phosphate (PO₄³⁻)

Front

What is the name of the ion with the formula SO₄²⁻?

Back

Sulfate.

Front

What is the formula for the nitrate ion?

Back

NO₃⁻.