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How is the net charge of polyatomic ions typically assigned?

Options

  1. ATo a specific atom within the ion
  2. BTo the atom with the highest electronegativity
  3. CTo the ion as a whole
  4. DTo the least electronegative atom within the ion

Correct answer

C. To the ion as a whole

Step-by-step solution

In the case of polyatomic ions, the net charge is possessed by the ion as a whole.

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