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 BeCl2?

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beryllium chloride

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What is the name of the ionic compound MgS?

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magnesium sulfide

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What is the naming convention for the last part of an ionic compound's name?

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The last part must be the element with 'ide' at the end, unless it's a polyatomic ion.

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What is the name of the compound Na2(SO4)?

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sodium sulfate

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What is the general rule for naming ionic compounds?

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The name of the cation (positive ion) is followed by the name of the anion (negative ion).

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What is a polyatomic ion?

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A polyatomic ion is a charged ion composed of two or more atoms bonded together.

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How do you name a compound containing a transition metal?

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You must indicate the oxidation state of the transition metal using Roman numerals.

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What is the name of the ionic compound K2O?

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potassium oxide

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What is the name of the ionic compound CaF2?

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calcium fluoride