ScCl3
Scandium chloride
Sc3+ balances chloride ions.
What Is the Charge of Scandium?
Scandium commonly forms Sc3+ in introductory ionic compounds.
Quick answer: Scandium usually has a common ionic charge of +3, written as Sc3+.
| Element | Scandium |
|---|---|
| Symbol | Sc |
| Atomic number | 21 |
| Common ionic charge | +3 |
| Common ions | Sc3+ |
Why Scandium has this charge
Scandium is a transition metal. Transition metals can have multiple charges, so compound names and roman numerals matter.
This is a classroom reference range, not an exhaustive list of all oxidation states.
Scandium charge examples
Sc2O3
Scandium oxide
Scandium can form oxides where total positive and negative charge balances.
FAQ
Is Scandium charge the same as oxidation state?
Ionic charge is the charge on an actual ion. Oxidation state is a bookkeeping number used inside compounds. They can match, but they are not always the same thing.
How do I use this in formulas?
Combine positive and negative ions so the total charge is zero. You can also use the ionic compound calculator.
Where can I see the full chart?
Use the periodic table with charges or the ionic charges chart.