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How many atoms of fluorine are in 5.6x10^22 molecules of MgF2

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Answer:

1.12x10²³ atoms of F

Step-by-step explanation:

A molecule is a group of 2 or 3 atoms that are bonded by electrostatic charges.

In 1 molecule of MgF2 there are 2 atoms of fluorine and 1 atom of magnesium.

Thus, there are 2 atoms of fluorine per molecule of MgF2. In 5.6x10²² molecules:

5.6x10²² molecules MgF2 * (2 atoms Fluorine / 1 molecule MgF2) =

1.12x10²³ atoms of F

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