An element X of valency 3 combines with another element Y of valency 2. What will be the formula of the compound formed?


Valency of element X = 3
Valency of element Y = 2

Elements: X        Y
Valency:   3        2

Formula for the compound formed between X and Y can be worked out by crossing the valency of the constituent elements.
Therefore, the formula of the compound is X2Y3.

Updated on: 10-Oct-2022

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