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You have selected an Oxyanion. This formula must be charged.
Examine the possibilities for a
or
atom in the
position.
Naming Inorganic Compounds: Try a new formula
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Is the M or N atom in
the first position
one of these two groups?
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The atom in this position does not fit in any of the groups on the left. Select this option. |
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| Br I Cl Mn N C | Cr As P S | ||||
| n = 3 | n = 4 | ||||
| Select this group and remember the n value is 3. | Select this group and remember the n value is 4. | ||||
Is the formula charged?
If not, this is likely not the naming scheme to use.
Instead try either:
or
where the second position is an Oxygen.
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