Which polyatomic ion has a carbon atom, 3 oxygen atoms and a -2 charge?
A. carbocation
B. carbide
C. carbonate
D. carbonite
Answer (2)
The polyatomic ion with a carbon atom, three oxygen atoms, and a -2 charge is called carbonate (CO₃²⁻). Other options do not fit this description, making carbonate the clear answer. This ion is significant in both biological and geological contexts. ;
The polyatomic ion with a carbon atom, three oxygen atoms, and a -2 charge is carbonate (CO₃²⁻). Other options provided do not match this description, making carbonate the clear choice.
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