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  • Determining the Formula of Mercury(I) Nitride: A Detailed Explanation
    Mercury(I) nitride is a bit tricky because mercury(I) ions are actually diatomic, meaning they exist as Hg22+.

    Here's how to determine the formula:

    * Mercury(I) ion: Hg22+

    * Nitride ion: N3-

    To balance the charges, we need three Hg22+ ions (6+ charge) and two N3- ions (6- charge).

    Therefore, the formula for Mercury(I) nitride is Hg6N2.

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