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Chemistry · Oct / Nov 2022 · Paper 12 · Question 9

5070Ion and ionic bonds

An ionic compound has the formula $\mathrm{Al_2O_3}$. What are the charges on the ions?

  1. A$\mathrm{Al^+}$ $\mathrm{O^-}$
  2. B$\mathrm{Al^{2+}}$ $\mathrm{O^{2-}}$
  3. C$\mathrm{Al^{2+}}$ $\mathrm{O^{3-}}$
  4. D$\mathrm{Al^{3+}}$ $\mathrm{O^{2-}}$

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Correct answer: D. $\mathrm{Al^{3+}}$ $\mathrm{O^{2-}}$

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