The Formula for a Terbium Phosphate Compound Is Tb₃(PO₄)₄

question 59

Multiple Choice

The formula for a terbium phosphate compound is Tb₃(PO₄) ₄. What would be the formula for a terbium sulfate compound given that the charge of terbium is the same in both compounds?

• A)Tb₂(SO₃)₃
• B)Tb(SO₄)₂
• C)Tb(SO₃)₂
• D)Tb₃(SO₄)₄
• E)Tb(SO₄)₃

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