Here's the breakdown:
* Al₂: This indicates two aluminum (Al) atoms.
* (NO₃)₃: This represents three nitrate (NO₃) groups.
* Each nitrate group contains:
* One nitrogen (N) atom
* Three oxygen (O) atoms
Therefore, the total number of atoms in Al₂(NO₃)₃ is:
* Aluminum (Al): 2 atoms
* Nitrogen (N): 3 atoms
* Oxygen (O): 3 x 3 = 9 atoms
Total: 2 + 3 + 9 = 14 atoms