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What is the number of atoms Ba3(PO4)2

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Answer: 13 atoms.

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The symbol for barium phosphate is Ba3(PO4)2. In 1 formula unit of barium phosphate there are 3 atoms of barium (Ba) (2)(1) = 2 atoms of phosphorus (P) (2)(4) = 8 atoms of oxygen (O) The total is 3 + 2 + 8 = 13 atoms.

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