Ionic Naming and Writing Formulas

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What is the name of the compound Ca(CN)₂?

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Calcium Cyanide

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What is the chemical formula for silver phosphide?

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Ag₃P

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What is the name of the compound Na₂S?

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Sodium Sulfide

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What is the chemical formula for ammonium phosphate?

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(NH₄)₃PO₄

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What is the name of the compound ZnF₂?

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Zinc Fluoride

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Define ionic compound.

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An ionic compound is formed when atoms transfer electrons, resulting in the attraction between positively and negatively charged ions.

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What is the charge of a sodium ion (Na⁺)?

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+1

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What is the charge of a sulfate ion (SO₄²⁻)?

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-2

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How do you determine the formula for an ionic compound?

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Combine the cation and anion charges to balance the overall charge to zero.

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What is the name of the compound with the formula KCl?

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Potassium Chloride