Which of the following compounds is named using an -ate suffix?

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Compounds with the -ate suffix usually indicate the presence of one or more oxygen atoms bonded to the central atom. In this case, LiClO₃ has two oxygen atoms bonded to the chlorine atom, while options A and D do not have any oxygen atoms in the compound. Option B only has one oxygen atom and does not have the -ate suffix. Therefore, option C is the only compound named using an -ate suffix.

Which of the Following Compounds Is Named Using an -Ate