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Formula for Zinc Nitrate

Can someone explain why the formula for zinc nitrate is Zn(NO,3),2? :smile:
(edited 11 months ago)
Wow, chemistry can be tricky sometimes! The formula for zinc nitrate is Zn(NO3)2 because zinc has a 2+ charge and nitrate (NO3-) has a 1- charge. It's like a chemical dance! 💃💥
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try this page, it shows you how to work out the formula for any compound you are likely to meet

https://www.science-revision.co.uk/finding%20the%20formula.html

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