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The chemical formula for an ionic compound made of potassium and chlorine is KCI. What is its chemical name?

O potassium oxide
O potassium chlorine
O potassium chloride
O potassium anion

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Answer:

potassium chloride

Step-by-step explanation:

K-potassium

Cl-chloride ion

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KCL stands for Potassium Chloride

  • K-Potassium
  • Cl-Chloride

Melting and Boiling points of few ionic compounds:-


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