Nomenclature Review (Don't Randomize)

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What is the correct name for SiCl6?

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Silicon hexachloride.

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What is the correct name for SeF4?

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Selenium tetrafluoride.

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What is the formula for sodium nitrate?

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NaNO3.

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What is the correct name for P2O5?

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Diphosphorous pentoxide.

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What is the rule for naming binary ionic compounds?

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The name of the cation is followed by the name of the anion, with the anion's ending changed to '-ide.'

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What is a ternary ionic compound?

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A compound that contains three different elements, typically consisting of a metal, a nonmetal, and a polyatomic ion.

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What is the significance of using prefixes in molecular compounds?

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

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What is the formula for ammonium sulfate?

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(NH4)2SO4.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent compounds?

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

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What is the formula for calcium phosphate?

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Ca3(PO4)2.