Question

What is the correct formula for the ionic compound that results from these two atoms: X+2 Y-3

a. X2 Y5
b. X5 Y2
c. X2 Y3
d. X3 Y2

Answer 1

The correct formula for the ionic compound is X2 Y3 (c).

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct formula for the ionic compound that results from these two atoms is X2 Y3 (c).

In this case, 'X' represents the cation with a +2 charge, while 'Y' represents the anion with a -3 charge.

By using the criss-cross method, where the absolute values of the charges are crossed over as subscripts, the formula X2 Y3 is derived.