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How many elements are in this compound? Rb3PO4

4

2

3

1

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Answer: C) 3

The three unique elements in this compound are

  • Rb = Rubidium
  • P = Phosphorus
  • O = Oxygen

For each molecule, there are three elements of Rubidium, one Phosphorus, and four elements of oxygen.

Side note: The compound
Rb_3PO_4 is known as Trirubidium phosphate. The "tri" indicates 3 Rubidium atoms, and the phosphate part is
PO_4

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