Ionic & Covalent Compounds

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What is the name of the compound XeF₆?

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Xenon Hexafluoride

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What are the names of the following compounds: Fe(C₂H₃O₂)₃, Ba(NO₃)₂, and Li₂O?

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Iron (III) acetate, Barium nitrate, Lithium oxide

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What is the chemical formula for Iron (II) Sulfide?

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FeS

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What is the formula for Nickel (II) chlorate?

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Ni(ClO₃)₂

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What is the correct formula for Lead (IV) Iodide?

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PbI₄

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What is the general rule for naming ionic compounds?

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Ionic compounds are named by stating the cation first followed by the anion, with the cation's name unchanged and the anion's name modified to end in '-ide' for simple anions.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent compounds?

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Ionic compounds are formed by the transfer of electrons between metals and nonmetals, while covalent compounds are formed by the sharing of electrons between nonmetals.

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What is the significance of Roman numerals in naming transition metal compounds?

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Roman numerals indicate the oxidation state of the transition metal in the compound.

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How do you determine the formula for a compound containing a polyatomic ion?

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Use the formula of the polyatomic ion and balance the overall charge of the compound by adjusting the number of ions as needed.

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What is the formula for a compound formed between magnesium and chlorine?

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MgCl₂