Naming ionic compounds

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What is the name of the ionic compound LiBr?

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lithium bromide

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What is the name of the ionic compound Cs2S?

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cesium sulfide

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What is the name of the compound Sc(OH)3?

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Scandium (III) hydroxide

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In naming ionic compounds, which ion is written first?

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Cation

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What is the name of the ionic compound FeCl2?

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iron (II) chloride

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What is the general rule for naming cations?

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Cations are named after the element, and if they have multiple charges, the charge is indicated in Roman numerals.

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How do you name an anion derived from a single element?

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Change the ending of the element's name to '-ide'.

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What is the name of the ionic compound NaCl?

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sodium chloride

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What is the significance of Roman numerals in naming ionic compounds?

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Roman numerals indicate the oxidation state of the cation.

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What is the name of the compound Mg(OH)2?

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magnesium hydroxide