Compound Naming and Formulas

Compound Naming and Formulas

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Chemistry

8th - 9th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the formula for the ionic compound Magnesium Chloride?

Back

MgCl₂

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the formula for the ionic compound Aluminum Oxide?

Back

Al₂O₃

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Is the formula P₂O₃ an ionic or covalent compound?

Back

Covalent

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the name for the formula SO₃?

Back

Sulfur trioxide

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the formula for the covalent compound diphosphorus trioxide?

Back

P₂O₃

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What distinguishes ionic compounds from covalent compounds?

Back

Ionic compounds are formed by the transfer of electrons between atoms, while covalent compounds are formed by the sharing of electrons.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the general rule for naming ionic compounds?

Back

The name of the cation (positive ion) is followed by the name of the anion (negative ion), with the anion's name typically ending in '-ide'.

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