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Nomenclature of Ionic Compounds — Quiz

Question 1 • Chemistry

What is the ratio of ions needed to produce neutral potassium chloride?

Answer
A
two potassium ions to one chloride ion
B
two potassium ions to three chloride ions
C
one potassium ion to two chloride ions
D
one potassium ion to one chloride ion

Explanation

Potassium forms a K⁺ ion, with a +1 charge, and chloride forms a Cl⁻ ion, with a −1 charge. One of each balances the charges to make a neutral compound, so the ratio is one potassium ion to one chloride ion.

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