It is in the intention of grouping the substances (specially ions) when there may be a confusion in their chemical formulas if they haven't distinctly interpreted.
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Parentheses in formulas are used to establish the order of operations. They help clarify which operations should be performed first and ensure that the formula is evaluated correctly. Without parentheses, the formula could produce a different result than intended.
To balance a chemical equation with parentheses, treat the entire compound within the parentheses as a single entity. Balance the elements inside the parentheses first before balancing the rest of the equation. Remember to distribute the coefficients outside the parentheses to all elements within it.
For elements with no stable isotopes, the mass number of the isotope with the longest half-life is in parentheses.
For elements with no stable isotopes, the mass number of the isotope with the longest half-life is in parentheses.
Parentheses are used for the formula Al(OH)3 to indicate that the hydroxide group (OH) is grouped together and that there are three of them bonded to the aluminum atom. This notation helps to clarify the composition and structure of the compound.
Parentheses around a polyatomic ion in a chemical formula indicates that more than one of that ion is present in the compound. This notation helps clarify the chemical formula and the ratio of elements in the compound.