Ionic Compound Formulas

Front

What is the first step in naming an ionic compound?

Back

Naming the cation (metal)

Front

Write the formula for barium + nitrogen.

Back

Ba₃N₂

Front

What is the formula for the compound formed by Mg²⁺ and Cl⁻?

Back

MgCl₂

Front

What type of elements combine to form an ionic compound?

Back

Metal and Nonmetal

Front

Which of the following is an ionic compound: CH₄, I₂, LiBr₂, CO?

Back

LiBr₂

Front

What is an ionic compound?

Back

A compound formed by the electrostatic attraction between cations and anions.

Front

What charge do cations have?

Back

Positive charge.

Front

What charge do anions have?

Back

Negative charge.

Front

How do you determine the formula of an ionic compound?

Back

By balancing the total positive and negative charges of the ions.

Front

What is the ending used for naming anions derived from nonmetals?

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