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  • Calculating Atoms in Iron(III) Sulfate (Fe₂SO₄) - A Step-by-Step Guide
    Here's how to determine the number of atoms in iron(III) sulfate (Fe₂(SO₄)₃):

    1. Identify the Elements:

    * Iron (Fe)

    * Sulfur (S)

    * Oxygen (O)

    2. Count the Atoms of Each Element:

    * Iron (Fe): The subscript "2" outside the parentheses indicates there are 2 iron atoms.

    * Sulfur (S): The subscript "3" outside the parentheses indicates there are 3 sulfur atoms.

    * Oxygen (O): The subscript "4" within the parentheses indicates there are 4 oxygen atoms. Since the parentheses are multiplied by the subscript "3", there are a total of 4 * 3 = 12 oxygen atoms.

    3. Total Atoms:

    Add up the number of atoms of each element: 2 + 3 + 12 = 17 atoms

    Therefore, there are 17 atoms in one molecule of iron(III) sulfate.

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