Question
Identify the type and number of atoms in the following molecules:
a)
CuSO4
b) Al2(SsO4)3
Answer
a) CuSO4 contains 1 copper (Cu) atom, 1 sulfur (S) atom, and 4 oxygen (O) atoms.
b) Al2(SO4)3 contains 2 aluminum (Al) atoms, 3 sulfur (S) atoms, and 12 oxygen (O) atoms.