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Selenate facts for kids
| Selenate | |
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| IUPAC name | selenate |
| Other names | selenate ion |
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| SMILES | [O-][Se+2]([O-])([O-])[O-] |
| Properties | |
| Molecular formula | SeO2− 4 |
| Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa) | |
Selenate is an ion. Its chemical formula is SeO42-. They dissolve easily in water. They are strong oxidizing agents. In very acidic conditions, it makes selenic acid. Sodium selenate is an example.
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