Interpretation:
Chemical formula of cobalt (II) phosphate needs to be determined.
Concept introduction:
A compound is formed from atoms of different elements such that the overall charge on the compound is neutral.
Answer to Problem 5E
Formula of cobalt (II) phosphate is Co3 (PO4)2.
Explanation of Solution
The given cation and anion is
To make the overall compound neutral, two ions must combine in 3:2 ratio. Thus, three cobalt ions will react with two phosphate ions to maintain the total charge 0.Thus formula of cobalt phosphate is Co3 (PO4)2.
Formula of cobalt phosphate is Co3 (PO4)2.
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