Question

Based on the naming rules for ions, which of the following is a negatively charged ion (not a polyatomic ion)?(1 point)
Responses

chlorate
chlorate

chloride
chloride

chlorite
chlorite

chlorine

Answer 1

The negatively charged ion among the options provided is **chloride**.

Here's a brief overview of each:

- **Chlorate** (ClO₃⁻) is a polyatomic ion.
- **Chloride** (Cl⁻) is a simple anion (negatively charged ion).
- **Chlorite** (ClO₂⁻) is also a polyatomic ion.
- **Chlorine** is a neutral atom, not an ion.

Therefore, the correct response is **chloride**.