A Compound Contains Magnesium and Phosphate

question 41

Multiple Choice

A compound contains magnesium and phosphate.What is the formula unit of this compound?

• A) Mg₃P₂
• B) MgPO₄
• C) Mg₃(PO₄)₂
• D) Mg₂(PO₄)₃
• E) MgHPO₄

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