Oxyanions Flashcards
1
Q
What is an oxyanion?
A
A negative ion with oxygen in it.
2
Q
What do all oxyanions end in and why?
A
-ate, to show that oxygen is present in it.
3
Q
What elements have different oxidation states when they are in an oxyanion?
A
Chlorine, bromine, and iodine.
4
Q
What is the oxidation state of chlorine in a ClO^- chlorate(|) ion?
A
+1
5
Q
What is the oxidation state of chlorine in a ClO2^- chlorate(|||) ion?
A
+3
6
Q
What is the oxidation state of chlorine in a ClO3^- chlorate(V) ion?
A
+5
7
Q
What is the oxidation state of chlorine in a ClO4^- chlorate(V||) ion?
A
+7
