Questions: What is the name of S2O3? Capitalize the first word, space, lowercase the second word. Spelling counts!

What is the name of S2O3? Capitalize the first word, space, lowercase the second word. Spelling counts!
Transcript text: What is the name of S2O3? Capitalize the first word, space, lowercase the second word. Spelling counts!
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Solution Steps

Step 1: Identify the Compound

The chemical formula \( \text{S}_2\text{O}_3 \) represents a compound composed of sulfur and oxygen atoms.

Step 2: Determine the Type of Compound

The compound \( \text{S}_2\text{O}_3 \) is a polyatomic ion known as thiosulfate. It is derived from sulfate (\( \text{SO}_4^{2-} \)) by replacing one oxygen atom with a sulfur atom.

Step 3: Name the Compound

The name of the compound \( \text{S}_2\text{O}_3 \) is "Thiosulfate ion."

Final Answer

\(\boxed{\text{Thiosulfate ion}}\)

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