The Following Ionic Formula Is Not Valid

question 124

Multiple Choice

The following ionic formula is not valid. Which of the following statements 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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