Which statements describe polyatomic ions? Check all that apply.

Polyatomic ions have many charges.

Polyatomic ions have one overall charge.

Polyatomic ions repel other ions to form ionic bonds.

Polyatomic ions attract other ions to form ionic bonds.

Polyatomic ions are made up of only one type of atom.

Polyatomic ions are made up of two or more types of atoms.

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25 November, 02:22

Which statements describe polyatomic ions? Check all that apply.

Polyatomic ions have many charges.

Polyatomic ions have one overall charge.

Polyatomic ions repel other ions to form ionic bonds.

Polyatomic ions attract other ions to form ionic bonds.

Polyatomic ions are made up of only one type of atom.

Polyatomic ions are made up of two or more types of atoms.

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Mueller · Answer 1

Polyatomic ions have many charges.

Polyatomic ions attract other ions to form ionic bonds.

Polyatomic ions are made up of two or more types of atoms.

Explanation:

A polyatomic ion, also known as a molecular ion, is an ion composed of two or more covalently bonded atoms or a metal complex that can be considered as a single unit in the context of acid and base chemistry or salt formation.