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How to Write the Formula for Lead (I) nitrate

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For Lead (I) nitrate use the hints and resources below to help write the formula.

Hint for Writing the Formula for Lead (I) nitrate

Lead (I) nitrate consists of a transition metal and a polyatomic ion.
  • Write the element name for Lead.
  • Use the Common Ion Table to find the formula and charge for the nitrate ion.
  • The (I) tells us that Lead has a charge of +1. The nitrate ion is -1. That means the charges are balanced!
Lead isn't a transition metal but it can have different ionic charges. So we'll treat it like a transition metal here.
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