3.10 Naming Ionic Compounds

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What is the name of the compound Ca₃(PO₄)₂?

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calcium phosphate

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When naming a compound, what must the last part be?

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the element with 'ide' at the end, unless it's a polyatomic ion

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Name the ionic compound BeCl₂.

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beryllium chloride

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What do nonmetals tend to do in terms of electrons?

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gain electrons

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What is the name of the compound Na₂(SO₄)?

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Sodium sulfate

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What is the general rule for naming ionic compounds?

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The cation (positive ion) is named first, followed by the anion (negative ion).

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What is a polyatomic ion?

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An ion composed of two or more atoms that are covalently bonded and that act as a single unit with a net charge.

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What is the name of the compound Mg(OH)₂?

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magnesium hydroxide

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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 name a compound with a transition metal?

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Include the oxidation state of the metal in Roman numerals in parentheses.