Ionic Compound Naming and Formula Writing

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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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How do you determine the name of an ionic compound?

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To name an ionic compound, identify the cation (positive ion) and anion (negative ion), name the cation first followed by the anion, and modify the anion's name to end in '-ide' if it is a simple anion.

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What is the formula for sodium chloride?

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NaCl

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What is the charge of zinc in zinc nitride (Zn3N2)?

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The charge of zinc in zinc nitride is 2+.

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How do you write the formula for an ionic compound?

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To write the formula for an ionic compound, balance the total positive and negative charges of the ions to ensure the compound is neutral.

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What is the charge on the nitrogen ion in Na3N?

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The charge on the nitrogen ion in Na3N is 3-.

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What is the formula for silver oxide?

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Ag2O

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What is the formula for magnesium sulfide?

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MgS

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What is the charge of iron in iron (II) oxide?

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The charge of iron in iron (II) oxide is 2+.

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

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Roman numerals indicate the oxidation state of the metal cation in the compound, which is important for transition metals that can have multiple charges.