Naming Compounds

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What is the name of the compound FeCl₂?

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iron (II) chloride

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When naming compounds, what is the common suffix used for the second element?

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-ide

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

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Scandium (III) hydroxide

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What do Roman numerals indicate when naming ionic compounds with transition metals?

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The charge of the metal

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What is the name of the compound BeCl₂?

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beryllium chloride

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What is the general rule for naming binary ionic compounds?

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The cation is named first, followed by the anion with an -ide suffix.

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What is the name of the compound CuSO₄?

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copper (II) sulfate

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How do you name a compound with a polyatomic ion?

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Use the name of the polyatomic ion without changing its suffix.

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What is the name of the compound NaCl?

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sodium chloride

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent compounds in naming?

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Ionic compounds use -ide for the anion, while covalent compounds use prefixes.