What is the correct formula unit for the ionic compound, potassium hydride?

? PH
? KH
? KH2
? K2H
? PH2

1 answer

The correct formula unit for the ionic compound potassium hydride is KH.

Potassium (K) has a +1 charge, and hydride (H) has a -1 charge, so when they combine, they form the neutral compound KH.