polyatomic ions Flashcards
1
Q
what is a polyatomic ion?
A
2 or more atoms held together by covalent bonds that have an overall charge
2
Q
step 1 of “keep it together”
write the _____ and _____
A
cation / charge
3
Q
step 2 of “keep it together”
write the _____________ and _______
A
polyatomic ion / charge
4
Q
step 3 of “keep it together”
_______ and ______
A
crisscross / simplify
5
Q
what happens if there is more than one polyatomic ion?
A
write it in brackets
6
Q
do not simplify ____________
A
polyatomic atom
