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I was wondering what (I) means when it is written after a chemical compound, for example, H2SO4 (I). Thanks!
What Does (I) Stand for After a Chemical Compound?
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It's not an I, it's an L, and indicates that the Hydrogen Sulfate is in a pure liquid state.
It couldn't be an I, as the four states are (g), (l), (s), and (aq).
Now, there is a case where (I) is used in a compound, such as Copper(I) Iodide, and that indicates the charge of the copper atom.
It couldn't be an I, as the four states are (g), (l), (s), and (aq).
Now, there is a case where (I) is used in a compound, such as Copper(I) Iodide, and that indicates the charge of the copper atom.
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