Flashcard: Inorganic Ion Fundamentals — 10 carte

Oxyanions — contain oxygen?

Yes, with specific formulas and oxidation states.

Oxyanions — definition?

Ions with oxygen and a central element.

Nitrate vs Nitrite — difference?

Nitrate has three oxygens, nitrite has two.

Nitrogen ions — main types?

Nitrite (NO₂⁻), Nitrate (NO₃⁻).

Chromate — role?

Acts as an oxidizing agent in reactions.

Sulfur ions — key forms?

Sulfite (SO₃²⁻), Sulfate (SO₄²⁻), Thiosulfate (S₂O₃²⁻).

Phosphorus ions — vital roles?

Part of ATP, DNA, bones, teeth.

Halogen oxyanions — examples?

Hypochlorite, Chlorite, Chlorate, Perchlorate.

Chromium ions — oxidizing agents?

Chromate and dichromate.

Role of oxyanions in biology?

Serve as oxidizers, reducers, buffers.