The mineral crocidolite has the formula Na2Fe5(Si4O11)2(OH)2. How many of the iron ions per formula — Electrochemistry Chemistry Question
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The mineral crocidolite has the formula Na2Fe5(Si4O11)2(OH)2. How many of the iron ions per formula unit are in the +2 oxidation state and how many are in the +3 oxidation state?
A.
All five are +2
B.✓ Correct
Three are +2, two are +3
C.
Two are +2, three are +3
D.
One is +2, four are +3
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