Practice Questions
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Question 1
Easy
What is the formula for the carbonate ion?
π‘ Hint: Think about the charge and the number of oxygen atoms.
Question 2
Easy
How many resonance structures can be drawn for CO3$^{2-}$?
π‘ Hint: Each structure will have a different double bond among the oxygen atoms.
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Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What is the charge of the carbonate ion?
- -1
- -2
- -3
π‘ Hint: Look at how many oxygen atoms are in the formula.
Question 2
True or False: The carbon-oxygen bonds in CO3$^{2-}$ are all equal in length.
- True
- False
π‘ Hint: Think about the resonance structures we discussed.
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Challenge Problems
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
Given the resonance structures of the carbonate ion, describe how hybridization might influence its bond angles.
π‘ Hint: Look at the number of bonds and how they affect the geometry.
Question 2
If a molecule interacts with the carbonate ion forming a complex, how might that affect the resonance stability?
π‘ Hint: Consider how other ions or molecules may share or affect electron density.
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