Question

how many total atoms are in one formula unit of ammonium chloride (nh4cl)?
2 atoms
12 atoms
4 atoms
7 atoms
6 atoms

Explanation:

Step1: Identify elements in $NH_4Cl$

$NH_4Cl$ has nitrogen (N), hydrogen (H), and chlorine (Cl).

Step2: Count number of each element

N: 1 atom; H: 4 atoms; Cl: 1 atom.

Step3: Calculate total atoms

$1 + 4+ 1=6$ atoms.

Answer:

6 Atoms