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Determine the number of Mg2+ and PO3−4 ions required to form a neutral ionic compound. Cations and anions

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Answer:

Mg₃(PO₄)₂

Step-by-step explanation:

Note: The phosphate ion is PO₄³⁻

3Mg⁺² + 2PO₄³⁻ => Mg₃(PO₄)₂

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