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  • Zinc Phosphate (Zn3(PO4)2): Chemical Formula & Compound Name
    The compound name for Zn3(PO4)2 is Zinc Phosphate. Here's how to break down the naming:

    * Zn: This is the symbol for Zinc, a metal.

    * PO4: This is the polyatomic ion phosphate (PO43-).

    * 3 and 2: These subscripts indicate the number of each ion needed to balance the charges and create a neutral compound.

    Important: Notice that the formula is written with parentheses around the phosphate ion (PO4)2. This is because there are two phosphate ions present in the compound.

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