Ionic Compound Names (and more!)

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What is an ionic compound?

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An ionic compound is a chemical compound composed of ions held together by electrostatic forces termed ionic bonding. It typically consists of a metal and a non-metal.

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What is the general formula for naming ionic compounds?

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The name of an ionic compound is formed by combining the name of the cation (positive ion) followed by the name of the anion (negative ion).

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What is the chemical name of NaCl?

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sodium chloride

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What is the chemical name of MgO?

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magnesium oxide

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What is the chemical name of CaF₂?

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calcium fluoride

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What is the chemical name of Al₂O₃?

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aluminum oxide

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What is the chemical name of Li₂O?

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lithium oxide

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What is the chemical name of K₂SO₄?

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potassium sulfate

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What is the chemical name of NH₄Cl?

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ammonium chloride

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What is the significance of the subscripts in a chemical formula?

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Subscripts indicate the number of atoms of each element in a compound. For example, in H₂O, the subscript '2' indicates there are two hydrogen atoms.