Question

the correct formula for aluminum nitride is
a al₂n₃
b aln
c alno₃
d al₃n₃

Explanation:

Aluminum (Al) has a +3 oxidation state and nitrogen (N) has a - 3 oxidation state in this compound. To form a neutral compound, the ratio of Al to N is 1:1 according to the criss - cross method of writing ionic compound formulas.

Answer:

B. AlN