Chemistry: The Molecular Science (5th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 1285199049
ISBN 13: 978-1-28519-904-7

Chapter 2 - Chemical Compounds - Conceptual Exercise 2.7 - Identifying Ionic Compounds - Page 66: b

Answer

Ionic compound

Work Step by Step

Ammonium ion has a net positive charge, and Oxalate ion has a net negative charge. Both ions combine to form Ammonium Oxalate. Note, when writing the compound, make sure that the charges of the two ions add to get the overall charge of the compound.
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