01.27.2009 - By Papapodcasts
KEY CONCEPTS: Always refer to the original form of the polyatomic ion. From the original form: _____ate ion, if: i.) you gain an oxygen, name changes to per____ate ion. ii.) lose 1 oxygen, name changes to _____ite ion. iii.) lose 2 oxygens, name changes to hypo____ite ion. **NOTE: the charge of the polyatomic NEVER changes