Ionic Compounds

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What is an ionic bond?

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An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond formed through the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions, typically between a metal and a non-metal.

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What is the formula for lithium bromide?

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LiBr

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What is the name of the compound with the formula Sc(OH)3?

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Scandium (III) hydroxide.

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What is the name of the ionic compound BeCl2?

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Beryllium chloride.

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Which of the following is an ionic compound: Ni, MgCl2, H2O, CH4?

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MgCl2 is an ionic compound.

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What type of elements typically form ionic bonds?

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Ionic bonds are typically formed between metals and non-metals.

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What is the charge of lithium in lithium bromide (LiBr)?

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+1

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What is the charge of bromine in lithium bromide (LiBr)?

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-1

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What is the significance of the Roman numeral in Scandium (III) hydroxide?

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The Roman numeral indicates the oxidation state of the metal ion, which is +3 in this case.

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How do you determine the name of an ionic compound?

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The name of an ionic compound is derived from the names of the constituent ions, with the cation (metal) named first followed by the anion (non-metal) with an '-ide' suffix or the appropriate polyatomic ion name.