What is the formula of the ionic compound composed of element X^2+ and element Y^-3?

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Answer: X3Y2

Step-by-step explanation:

The formula is

X has a valency of 2

Y has a valency of 3

So, we interchange the valencies

Therefore, the formula is

X3Y2

Norbdum answered Dec 10, 2020

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