Discussion Forum : Atoms And Molecules
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Which of the following are polyatomic ions?

Options:
A .   Ammonium
B .   Hydride
C .   Oxide
D .   Hydroxide
Answer: Option A
:
A and D
A monoatomic ion is an ion consisting exactly one atom. While a polyatomic ion is an ion consisting more than one atom.
IonFormulaNo. of Atoms AmmoniumNH+41 N, 4HHydride H1 HOxideO22 OHydroxideOH1 H, 1 O
 Thus, OH and NH+4 are polyatomic ions and O2 and  H are monoatomic ions.

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