Science, Tech, Math › Science Common Oxoacid Compounds Print Leyo / Wikimedia Commons / Public Domain Science Chemistry Periodic Table Basics Chemical Laws Molecules Projects & Experiments Scientific Method Biochemistry Physical Chemistry Medical Chemistry Chemistry In Everyday Life Famous Chemists Activities for Kids Abbreviations & Acronyms Biology Physics Geology Astronomy Weather & Climate By Anne Marie Helmenstine, Ph.D. Anne Marie Helmenstine, Ph.D. Chemistry Expert Ph.D., Biomedical Sciences, University of Tennessee at Knoxville B.A., Physics and Mathematics, Hastings College Dr. Helmenstine holds a Ph.D. in biomedical sciences and is a science writer, educator, and consultant. She has taught science courses at the high school, college, and graduate levels. Learn about our Editorial Process Updated on October 22, 2019 Oxoacids are acids that contain a hydrogen atom bonded to an oxygen atom. These acids dissociate in water by breaking this bond and forming hydronium ions and a polyatomic anion. The table below lists common oxoacids and their associated anions. Read More What Is an Oxyacid in Chemistry? By Anne Marie Helmenstine, Ph.D. Common Oxoacids and Associated Anions Oxoacid Formula Anion Anion Formula acetic acid CH3COOH acetate CH3COO- carbonic acid H2CO3 carbonate CO32- chloric acid HClO3 chlorate ClO3= chlorous acid HClO2 chlorite ClO2- hypochlorous acid HClO hypochlorite ClO- iodic acid HIO3 iodate IO3- nitric acid HNO3 nitrate NO3- nitrous acid HNO2 nitrite NO2- perchloric acid HClO4 perchlorate ClO4- phosphoric acid H3PO4 phosphate PO43- phosphorous acid H3PO3 phosphite PO33- sulfuric acid H2SO4 sulfate SO42- sulfurous acid H2SO3 sulfite SO32- Cite this Article Format mla apa chicago Your Citation Helmenstine, Anne Marie, Ph.D. "Common Oxoacid Compounds." ThoughtCo, Aug. 26, 2020, thoughtco.com/common-oxoacid-compounds-603963. Helmenstine, Anne Marie, Ph.D. (2020, August 26). Common Oxoacid Compounds. Retrieved from https://www.thoughtco.com/common-oxoacid-compounds-603963 Helmenstine, Anne Marie, Ph.D. "Common Oxoacid Compounds." ThoughtCo. https://www.thoughtco.com/common-oxoacid-compounds-603963 (accessed April 25, 2024). copy citation By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies