Naming Ionic Compounds

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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. They typically form between metals and nonmetals.

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How do you name ionic compounds containing transition metals?

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Ionic compounds with transition metals require a Roman numeral to indicate the oxidation state of the metal in the compound.

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What is the formula for potassium nitrate?

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The formula for potassium nitrate is KNO₃.

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What is the name of the compound Mg(NO₃)₂?

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The name of the compound Mg(NO₃)₂ is magnesium nitrate.

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How do you determine the charge of a monatomic ion?

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The charge of a monatomic ion can be determined from its position in the periodic table; for example, Group 1 elements form +1 ions, and Group 2 elements form +2 ions.

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What is the name of the compound CaO?

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The name of the compound CaO is calcium oxide.

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What is the formula for ammonium chloride?

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The formula for ammonium chloride is NH₄Cl.

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How do you name a compound with a polyatomic ion?

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When naming a compound with a polyatomic ion, the name of the cation is followed by the name of the polyatomic ion.

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What is the charge of the sulfate ion?

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The charge of the sulfate ion (SO₄²⁻) is -2.

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What is the name of NiS₂?

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The name of NiS₂ is nickel (II) sulfide.