1. Identify the Ions:
* Cobalt(III): This indicates a cobalt ion with a +3 charge (Co³⁺)
* Monohydrogen Phosphate: This refers to the HPO₄²⁻ ion.
2. Balance the Charges:
* To achieve a neutral compound, we need two Co³⁺ ions to balance the charge of three HPO₄²⁻ ions.
3. Write the Formula:
The formula for cobalt(III) monohydrogen phosphate is Co₂(HPO₄)₃.
