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Question
State what are radicals. Give the names of the radicals –
(a) NO3
(b) OH
(c) SO4
(d) CO3
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Solution
A radical is an atom or group of an atom of the same or different elements that behave in the manner of positive or negative ions.
(a) NO3 – nitrate
(b) OH – hydroxide
(c) SO4 – sulphate
(d) CO3 – carbonate
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