Chemical Nomenclature

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What is the name of the compound ZnSO4?

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zinc sulfate

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What is the name of the compound Li2SO3?

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Lithium sulfite

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What is the formula for copper (II) sulfate?

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CuSO4

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What is the formula for potassium sulfite?

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K2SO3

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What is the formula for ammonium sulfate?

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(NH4)2SO4

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What is the general rule for naming binary ionic compounds?

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The name of the cation (metal) is followed by the name of the anion (non-metal) with its ending changed to '-ide.'

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What is the difference between a molecular compound and an ionic compound?

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Molecular compounds are formed by covalent bonds between nonmetals, while ionic compounds are formed by ionic bonds between metals and nonmetals.

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What is the significance of Roman numerals in naming transition metals?

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Roman numerals indicate the oxidation state of the transition metal in the compound.

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What is the name of the polyatomic ion SO4^2-?

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sulfate

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What is the name of the polyatomic ion SO3^2-?

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sulfite