U6L2 - Post Flashcard - Naming Molecules

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What are the two common types of acids?

Back

Binary acids and oxyacids.

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What prefix indicates three atoms of an element in a covalent compound?

Back

tri-

Front

Which is not a rule for naming binary molecular compounds?

Back

Identify the oxyanion present and adjust the suffix of this anion to either -ic or -ous.

Front

What ions do acids produce in solution?

Back

Hydrogen ions (H+) or Hydronium ions (H3O+).

Front

What is the correct name for N2O4?

Back

Dinitrogen tetroxide.

Front

What is a binary acid?

Back

An acid that consists of two elements, typically hydrogen and a nonmetal.

Front

What is an oxyacid?

Back

An acid that contains oxygen, hydrogen, and another element.

Front

What is the purpose of prefixes in naming covalent compounds?

Back

Prefixes indicate the number of atoms of each element present in the compound.

Front

What suffix is used for the second element in a binary molecular compound?

Back

-ide.

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What is the rule for naming the first element in a binary molecular compound?

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The first element is named using its entire element name.