Polyatomic Ionic Compounds - Naming

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What is a polyatomic ion?

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A polyatomic ion is a charged ion composed of two or more atoms covalently bonded, which can act as a single unit in chemical reactions.

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What is the naming convention for ionic compounds containing polyatomic ions?

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Ionic compounds containing polyatomic ions are named by stating the cation first followed by the anion. If the cation is a metal with multiple oxidation states, its charge is indicated in parentheses.

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What is the name of the polyatomic ion NO₃^-?

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The name of the polyatomic ion NO₃^- is nitrate.

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What is the name of the polyatomic ion SO₄^2-?

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The name of the polyatomic ion SO₄^2- is sulfate.

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How do you name the compound Al(NO₃)₃?

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The compound Al(NO₃)₃ is named aluminum nitrate.

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What is the charge of the sulfate ion?

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The charge of the sulfate ion (SO₄^2-) is -2.

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What is the name of the compound MgSO₄?

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The compound MgSO₄ is named magnesium sulfate.

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What is the name of the compound Cr(NO₂)₃?

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The compound Cr(NO₂)₃ is named chromium (III) nitrite.

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What is the name of the compound CuO?

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The compound CuO is named copper(II) oxide.

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What type of ions typically form ionic compounds?

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Ionic compounds are typically formed from metal cation(s) and non-metal anion(s).