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Question 3 • Chemistry

Which statement is true about a polyatomic ion?

Answer
A
It is made of atoms that are covalently bonded together.
B
It forms metallic bonds with other ions.
C
It forms covalent bonds with other ions.
D
It has a charge that is distributed over only part of the ion.

Explanation

A polyatomic ion is a group of two or more atoms covalently bonded together that has an overall electric charge. For example, the sulfate ion (SO₄²⁻) contains covalently bonded sulfur and oxygen atoms. So the true statement is that it is made of atoms that are covalently bonded together.

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