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A Carbonate is the Anion 'CO3^2-'
The elemental atoms are
1 x C = 1 Carbon
3 x O = 3 x Oxygen.
The anion does not exist on its own , but has a corresponding metal cation to balance the '2-' charge. e.g.
Sodium carbonate (Na2CO3)
Calcium Carbonate (CaCO3)
Iron(III) Carbonate ( Fe2(CO3)3)
There are plenty more, but notice they are have a 'CO3' moiety.
lenpollock
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∙ 12y agoCarbonates are ionic compounds that are formed with a cation (a positive ion) which is typically a metallic element with the polyatomic (many atom) ion carbonate (CO3). Therefore, carbonates always have 1 carbon atom and three oxygen atoms in addition to what ever atoms are in the cation to which it is bonded. An example would be Calcium carbonate (Ca(CO3)2) or sodium carbonate (NaCO3)
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What are the forms in which carbon is found in oceans?
calcium carbonates in rocks and shells, and also just plain old carbonates
Does carbonates contain silicon?
Carbonates don't contain silicon.
What acids make carbonates?
The acid that makes carbonates is carbonic acid.
What reacts with carbonates a base or an acid?
As carbonates are mildly basic, anything acid will react with them (releasing carbon dioxide gas).
What are the elements of water?
Water (H2O) contains hydrogen and oxygen. There for its element sign id H2O. H2Os combination of atoms is 2 hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom.
Are atoms released when carbonates are put into acids?
yes
Do all carbonates contain silicon and oxygen atoms?
No. Silicates do however.
Are made up of one carbon atom combined with three oxygen atoms?
carbonates
Is carbon found in the ocean in the form of carbonates?
yes
How does growth occur When a crystal grows in unrestricted space?
Crystal faces accumulate atoms
What is calcium carbonates atomic number?
It is a compound. Only atoms have atomic number. Elements have their own atomic number.
What are the forms in which carbon is found in oceans?
calcium carbonates in rocks and shells, and also just plain old carbonates
What chemical forms compose organic compounds?
Organic molecules have carbon atoms that are covalently bonded to other carbon atoms, as opposed to oxygen-containing carbonates (which are generally inorganic).
Why are metals found in nature usually in the form of carbonates and sulfates?
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What are the elements found in water?
Hard water contains carbonates and bicarbonates of calcium and Magnesium.
What are the primary natural resources found in Belgium?
Construction materials, silica sand, carbonates, and coal
What two bases are commonly found in antacids?
The most common of these bases are hydroxides, carbonates, or bicarbonates.
