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How to Write the Formula for Sulfate ion

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For Sulfate ion use the hints and resources below to help write the formula.

Hint for Writing the Formula for Sulfate ion

Since it ends in ate the Sulfate ion is a polyatomic ion. Check the Common Ion Table for its formula.
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