What is a polyatomic ion?

What is a polyatomic ion and name five common polyatomic ions?

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    Poly means many. So a polyatomic ion is an ion made up of more than one atom. Simple examples come from common acids and alkalis. Sulphuric acid (H2SO4) forms the ions H+ (monoatomic) and SO42- (polyatomic). Nitric acid gives the ion NO3-. Hydroxides give us the OH- ion. Carbonates give us the CO3 2- ion. Phosphates give us the PO4 3- ion So there are 5. There are others out there too!

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