Ionic Bonding Formula Review

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In the chemical formula for an ionic compound, which item is written first?

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positive ion

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What does the "2" in the chemical formula MgBr₂ indicate?

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There are 2 bromide ions for every magnesium ion

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Correct name for CaBr₂?

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Calcium Bromide

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A bond between a metal and a nonmetal is called a(n)

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ionic bond

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What is the name of MgCl₂?

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Magnesium Chloride

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When naming a transition metal, the numerical value of the charge is indicated by a...

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roman numeral following the name

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What is the name for the ion Co³⁺?

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cobalt (III) cation

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Metals tend to _____ electrons to form _______; nonmetals tend to _____ electrons to form ________.

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lose, cations ; gain, anions

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Name the compound.

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Copper (II) chloride 

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How do the following two elements bond together?
Al³⁺  O^2-         

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Al₂O₃