Write the Formula for a Compound Consisting of 3 Sodium

question 25

Multiple Choice

Write the formula for a compound consisting of 3 sodium atoms, 1 phosphorus atom, and 4 oxygen atoms.

• A)S₃PO₄
• B)3NaP4O
• C)Na₃P2(O₂)
• D)Na₃PO₄

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