Question

write the charge of each ion in the compound below.
nh₄cl
nh₄ = □
cl = □
ammonium chloride
write the name for the formula below.

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze the ammonium ion ($\text{NH}_4^+$)

The ammonium ion ($\text{NH}_4^+$) has a charge of $+1$. This is a well - known polyatomic ion.

Step2: Analyze the chloride ion ($\text{Cl}^-$)

The chloride ion ($\text{Cl}^-$) has a charge of $-1$. Chlorine typically gains one electron to achieve a stable electron configuration.

Answer:

$\text{NH}_4 = + 1$; $\text{Cl}=-1$