Chapter 6, Problem 4CE

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The monoatomic anion among iodide, iodate, or iodite is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

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