Chapter 6, Problem 2CE

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The distinction between the ions ${\text{Hg}}^{2+}$ and ${\text{Hg}}_2{}^{2+}$ is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The ions are given their specific names depending on the charge they carry by the IUPAC. The ion carrying positive charge is termed as “cation” and the ion carrying negative charge ion is known as “anion”. The ion having a single atom is termed as “monoatomic ion”. An ion having a group of atoms bound together is known as “polyatomic ion.”