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What distinguishes the ammonium ion (NH4+) from most cations in ionic compounds?

Options

  1. AIt is composed of metallic elements.
  2. BIt is composed of non-metallic elements.
  3. CIt forms anions instead of cations.
  4. DIt is a noble gas.

Correct answer

B. It is composed of non-metallic elements.

Step-by-step solution

The ammonium ion (NH4+) is different from most cations in ionic compounds because it is composed of non-metallic elements.

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