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How to Write the Formula for Lead (II) oxide

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For Lead (II) oxide use the hints and resources below to help write the formula.

Hint for Writing the Formula for Lead (II) oxide

For Lead (II) oxide the charge on Lead is +2 ... we can tell that from the (II).
  • Write the element symbol and ionic charge for both Lead and Oxygen(use the Periodic Table for Oxygen).
  • Balance charges so the total charge for the compound is zero.
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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