1.Q Polyatomic Ions Honors Chemistry

Flashcards for learning common polyatomic ion names, formulas, charges, and family variations.

Ammonium

A polyatomic ion with the formula $NH_4^+$

Hydronium

A polyatomic ion with the formula $H_3O^+$

Acetate

A polyatomic ion with the formula $C_2H_3O_2^-$ or $CH_3COO^-$

Bromate

A polyatomic ion with the formula $BrO_3^-$

Bicarbonate

A polyatomic ion with the formula $HCO_3^-$

Chlorate

A polyatomic ion with the formula $ClO_3^-$

Hydroxide

A polyatomic ion with the formula $OH^-$

Iodate

A polyatomic ion with the formula $IO_3^-$

Nitrate

A polyatomic ion with the formula $NO_3^-$

Permanganate

A polyatomic ion with the formula $MnO_4^-$

Carbonate

A polyatomic ion with the formula $CO_3^{-2}$

Chromate

A polyatomic ion with the formula $CrO_4^{-2}$

Sulfate

A polyatomic ion with the formula $SO_4^{-2}$

Phosphate

A polyatomic ion with the formula $PO_4^{-3}$

Hydrogen Ion Combination in Polyatomic Families

Process where members of a polyatomic family combine with hydrogen ions to partially neutralize their negative charge

Sulfur Substitution in Polyatomic Families

Variation in polyatomic families where sulfur is substituted for oxygen