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Which of the following correctly lists the name of the element, the symbol for its ion, and the name of that ion?

A. chlorine, Cl+, chloride ion
B. aluminum, Al3+, aluminum ion
C. potassium, P+, potassium ion
D. iron, Ir3+, iron (III) ion

User MrMesees
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B. Aluminum, Al3+, aluminum ion is correct

Chloride would be negative, Iron has Fe for the symbol, potassium is K....
User Yuriy Vikulov
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Answer:

B

Step-by-step explanation:

A) The correct should be : Chlorine, Cl-, Chloride Ion

B is correct

C) The correct should be: Potassium, K+, Potassium Ion

D) The correct Should be: Irion, Fe3+, Iron (III) Ion

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