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Ch.3 - Molecules, Compounds & Chemical Equations
Chapter 3, Problem 35

What is the formula for the compound formed between calcium and each of the following polyatomic ions? a. hydroxide b. chromate c. phosphate d. cyanide

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<insert step 1> Identify the charge of the calcium ion (Ca). Calcium is in group 2 of the periodic table, so it forms a Ca^{2+} ion.>
<insert step 2> Determine the charge of each polyatomic ion: hydroxide (OH^{-}), chromate (CrO_4^{2-}), phosphate (PO_4^{3-}), and cyanide (CN^{-}).>
<insert step 3> For each compound, balance the total positive and negative charges to ensure the compound is neutral.>
<insert step 4> Write the chemical formula for each compound by combining the calcium ion with the appropriate number of each polyatomic ion to achieve charge neutrality.>
<insert step 5> Review the formulas to ensure they reflect the correct stoichiometry based on the charges of the ions involved.>