What is the formula for the chloride of gadolinium(III)? A)Gd₂(ClO₂)₃ B)Gd(ClO₄)₂ C)Gd₃Cl D)GdCl₃ E)Gd(ClO₃)₃

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The formula for the chloride of gadolinium(III) is GdCl3, which corresponds to option D. Option A is incorrect as it contains unnecessary subscripts and parentheses. Option B is incorrect as it suggests a 1:14 ratio of chloride to gadolinium, which is not possible. Option C suggests a 1:1 ratio of chloride to gadolinium, which is also not correct. Option E has an extra subscript of 13, which is unnecessary.

What Is the Formula for the Chloride of Gadolinium(III)