Based on the Chemical Formula Mg₃(AsO₄)₂,choose the Alternative That Lists

question 78

Multiple Choice

Based on the chemical formula Mg₃(AsO₄) ₂,choose the alternative that lists the number of atoms and the names of each of the elements present in the compound.

• A)3 atoms of magnesium,1 atom of astatine,8 atoms of oxygen
• B)3 atoms of magnesium,2 atoms of antimony,8 atoms of oxygen
• C)3 atoms of magnesium,2 atoms of arsenic,8 atoms of oxygen
• D)6 atoms of magnesium,2 atoms of arsenic,8 atoms of oxygen

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