The Following Ionic Formula Is Not Valid

question 21

Multiple Choice

The following ionic formula is not valid.Which statement BEST describes what's wrong with this formula? AlCl₂

• A) It does not include both a nonmetal and a metal.
• B) The ratio of cations to anions is not 1:1.
• C) The anion is written first, followed by the cation.
• D) This compound does not exist in nature.
• E) The charges do not add up to zero.

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