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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Ionic Bonding

Question 17 • 2003350 Chemistry HONORS Sem 1 - Marez

The formula for the nitrate ion:

Answer
A
NO3–
B
NO2–
C
NO3+

Explanation

Nitrate is the polyatomic ion made of one nitrogen atom and three oxygen atoms, with an overall charge of −1. Its formula is NO₃⁻, so the correct choice is NO₃⁻. NO₂⁻ has only two oxygen atoms, while NO₃⁺ has the wrong charge.

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