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How to Write the Name for Fe2(SO4)3

Learning to name chemical compounds requires that you:

  • Determine the type of compound you are working with.
  • Apply the rules for naming that type of compound.
  • Practice until it becomes second nature.
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For Fe2(SO4)3 use the hints and resources below to help write the name.

Hint for Naming Fe2(SO4)3

For Fe2(SO4)3 we have a transition metal and a polyatomic ion.
  • Name the for Fe as it appears on the Periodic Table.
  • Use the Common Ion Table to find the formula and charge for SO4.
  • Look at the chemical formula to find the charge for Fe.
    SO4-2, has a charge of -2. Since we have 3 or them the total charge is -6.
    We have two Fe atoms. Each will need a charge of +3 to give a total charge of +6. (so the net charge for the compound is zero). To show that each Fe atom has a +3 charge we write (III) after the name for Fe.

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