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Is P4 S8 and O2 a polyatomic compound?
No, P4 S8 and O2 are not polyatomic compounds. P4 and S8 refer to elements forming molecules, while O2 refers to a diatomic molecule. Polyatomic compounds consist of two or more different elements bonded together in a molecule.
When a polyatomic ion is in parentheses and there is a subscript on the outside of it is the polyatomic ion multiplied or add?
The subscript outside the parentheses applies to all the elements within the polyatomic ion. It indicates how many of the entire polyatomic ion are present in the compound.
What substances do not contain a polyatomic ion?
Elements do not contain polyatomic ions. Examples of substances that do not contain polyatomic ions include water (H2O), sodium chloride (NaCl), and oxygen gas (O2).
Is a molecule of dissimilar elements with a net charge remaining is called a polyatomic ion?
No, a polyatomic ion is a molecule composed of two or more atoms covalently bonded that carries a net charge. A molecule of dissimilar elements with a net charge is generally referred to as an ion, but not specifically as a polyatomic ion unless it contains multiple atoms of different elements.
What is the formula for the polyatomic ion Au2 Co3?
The polyatomic ion Au2Co3 does not exist. "Au2" represents two gold atoms, while "Co3" represents three cobalt atoms. These elements do not typically form polyatomic ions together.
