Question

Given the formulas for the ionic compounds, draw the correct ratio of cations to anions (a) BaSO4, (b) CaF2, (c) Mg3N2, (d) K2O.

Answer 1

A. It formed by barium(Ba+2) ion and sulfate ( SO42- )

B. It is formed by calcium ion (Ca+2) and two fluoride ions (2F-)

C. It is formed by magnesium ion (Mg+2) and nitride ion (N3-)

D. It is formed by two potassium ions (2 K+) and oxide ion(O2-)