Ionic Compounds

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What must the last part of a compound's name be when naming it?

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

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How is an ionic bond formed?

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Through the transfer of electrons.

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What is the name of the compound LiBr?

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Lithium bromide.

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Ionic bonds are formed between which types of elements?

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A metal and a non-metal.

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What is the name of the polyatomic ion NH4+?

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Ammonium.

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What is an ionic compound?

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A compound formed from the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions.

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What is the charge of a sodium ion (Na+)?

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+1.

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What is the charge of a chloride ion (Cl-)?

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-1.

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What is the formula for the ionic compound formed between calcium and chlorine?

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CaCl2.

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What is a polyatomic ion?

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An ion composed of two or more atoms.