How many atoms are present in the following? [5 MARKS]
1. H2S
2. PO3−4 ion
3. CO
4. C6H12O6
5. SO4
Each point: 1 Mark
1. In an H2S molecule, three atoms are present; two of hydrogen and one of sulphur
2. In aPO3−4 ion, five atoms are present; one of phosphorus and four of oxygen
3. In a CO molecule, two atoms are present; one carbon atom and one oxygen atom
4.C6H12O6 molecule, twenty four atoms are present; six carbon atom; there is twelve hydrogen atom and six oxygen atom
5.SO4 molecule, five atoms are present; one sulphur atom; four oxygen atom