Naming Compounds - Ionic and Covalent

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What are ionic compounds?

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Ionic compounds are formed when atoms transfer electrons, resulting in the formation of positively and negatively charged ions that attract each other.

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What are covalent compounds?

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Covalent compounds are formed when two or more atoms share electrons to achieve a full outer shell.

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What is the significance of Roman numerals in naming compounds?

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Roman numerals indicate the oxidation state of the metal in ionic compounds, especially for transition metals.

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How do you name a binary ionic compound?

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Name the cation (metal) first, followed by the anion (non-metal) with its ending changed to '-ide'.

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What is the formula for potassium hydroxide?

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KOH

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How do you name a compound with a polyatomic ion?

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Use the name of the cation followed by the name of the polyatomic ion.

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What is the name of Cu(NO3)2?

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copper(II) nitrate

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What is the formula for ammonium sulfide?

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(NH4)2S

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How do you name covalent compounds?

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Use prefixes to indicate the number of atoms of each element, followed by the name of the first element and the second element with an '-ide' ending.

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What is the name of SF6?

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sulfur hexafluoride