Question

38.Which of the following statements about polyatomic ions is false?Select one:a. Polyatomic ions act like a single atom.b. Each polyatomic ion has a single oxidation number.c. Polyatomic ions are found in nature.d. Polyatomic ions do not combine with ions of the opposite charge to form chemical compounds.

Answer 1

Answer:

$D$

Explanation:

Here, we want to select the wrong option about polyatomic ions

Let us look at the options:

a) This is correct. The charge on them make them act like its a single atom

b) That is correct. The charge on them is their oxidation number

c) This is correct. They are found in combined forms, existing with other atoms or ions

d) This is incorrect. They combine with other ions of opposite charge to form molecules