the formula of carbonate of a metal M is M2CO3. what will be the formula of its chloride. plz answer in details

Asked by dimple | 20th Feb, 2014, 03:29: PM

Expert Answer:

or M2CO3,

The valency of carbonate ion i.e, CO3 is 2-. Hence, the molecular formula is M2CO3.

 

For Chloride ion,

The valency of Chloride ion i.e, Cl- is 1-. Hence, the molecular formula is MCl.

 

 

Answered by  | 21st Feb, 2014, 01:07: PM

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