How to know if a compound is acidic or basic by looking at its compound formula For example, KBr, Fe(NO3)3, K2SO4, TiCl4, Na(HCOO), NH3
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- Acidic elements include hydrogen (H) and nonmetals such as sulfur (S), nitrogen (N), and chlorine (Cl). - Basic elements include metals such as potassium (K), sodium (Na), and titanium (Ti). Show more…
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