TcCl4
Technetium chloride
Tc4+ balances chloride ions.
What Is the Charge of Technetium?
Technetium commonly forms Tc4+ Tc7+ in introductory ionic compounds.
Quick answer: Technetium usually has a common ionic charge of +4 or +7, written as Tc4+ or Tc7+.
| Element | Technetium |
|---|---|
| Symbol | Tc |
| Atomic number | 43 |
| Common ionic charge | +4, +7 |
| Common ions | Tc4+, Tc7+ |
Why Technetium has this charge
Technetium 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.
Technetium charge examples
Tc2O3
Technetium oxide
Technetium can form oxides where total positive and negative charge balances.
FAQ
Is Technetium 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.