Chemistry: A Molecular Approach (3rd Edition)

Published by Prentice Hall
ISBN 10: 0321809246
ISBN 13: 978-0-32180-924-7

Chapter 3 - Sections 3.1-3.12 - Exercises - Problems by Topic - Page 131: 34c

Answer

Final compound formed has the formula $Al_{2}S_{3}$.

Work Step by Step

The metal cation is $Al^{3+}$ The non-metal anion is $S^{2-}$ Combine 2 $Al^{3+}$ and 3 $S^{2-}$ to balance the charge. Final compound formed has the formula $Al_{2}S_{3}$.
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