How to Write the Formula for Iron (II) sulfite

In this video we'll write the correct formula for Iron (II) sulfite (FeSO3).

Because Iron (II) sulfite has a polyatomic ion (the group of non-metals after the metal) we'll need to use a table of names for common polyatomic ions, in addition to the Periodic Table.

---Keys for Writing Formulas for Compounds with Transition Metals---

1. Write the symbol and charge for the transition metal. The charge is the Roman Numeral in parentheses.
3. See if the charges are balanced (if they are you're done!)
4. Add subscripts (if necessary) so the charge for the entire compound is zero.
5. Use the crisscross method to check your work.

Notes:
- Don't write the subscript '1'.
- If you use the criss-cross method and end up with something like Ca2S2 you'll need to reduce the subscripts to Ca1S1 which we write CaS.
- It is possible to have two polyatomic ions such as NH4NO3. In this case find and write both names as found on the Common Ion Table.
---Formula Writing Resources---

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[carolvolpe]

Help me with Iron(II) bisulfite, what means BI before sulfite? Thanks