Question

39.When the polyatomic ion (SO4)-2 combines with the iron (III) ion, Fe+3, the formula for the compound is...Select one:a. FeSO4b. Fe2SO4c. Fe2(SO4)3d. Fe3(SO4)2

Answer 1

c. Fe2(SO4)3

Step-by-step explanation

The polyatomic ion (SO₄)⁻² has a net charge of -2 and iron (III) ion, Fe⁺³ has an oxidation number of +3. For a compound to be formed between them, two of Fe⁺³ will need three of the polyatomic ion, (SO₄)⁻² and the formula of the compound will be Fe2(SO4)3.