What Is the Formula of the Carbonate Ion

question 83

Multiple Choice

What is the formula of the carbonate ion?

• A)CO₂^3-
• B) CO₃^2-
• C) C₂O₄^2-
• D) C₂O₄^1-
• E)C₂H₃O₂^1-

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Definitions:

Habituation

The process by which an organism decreases or ceases its responses to a repetitive or prolonged stimulus, indicating a basic form of learning.

Behavioral Contrast

occurs when a change in the conditions of reinforcement for one behavior leads to a change in the rate of responding for another behavior.

Disinhibition

The process by which a suppressed behavior is re-expressed following the removal or reduction of inhibition or restraint.

Habituation

The psychological process where there is a decrease in response to a stimulus after being repeatedly exposed to it, signifying a form of learning or adaptation.