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How to Write the Formula for Ammonium phosphate

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  • Determine the type of compound you are working with.
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  • Practice until it becomes second nature.
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For Ammonium phosphate use the hints and resources below to help write the formula.

Hint for Writing the Formula for Ammonium phosphate

For Ammonium phosphate we have two polyatomic ions.
  • Look them up on the Common Ion Table.
  • Make sure the charges balance. You may need parentheses around the ammonium ion.
  • Use the crisscross method to check your work.

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