Ionic Naming and Writing Formulas

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

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Strontium Hydroxide

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What is the name of the compound NH₄F?

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Ammonium fluoride

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What is the formula for copper(I) sulfate?

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Cu₂SO₄

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What is the charge of titanium in the compound TiO₂?

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4⁺

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What is the name of the compound Ca(CN)₂?

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Calcium Cyanide

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Define ionic compound.

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An ionic compound is a chemical compound composed of ions held together by electrostatic forces termed ionic bonding.

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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 the charge of a sulfate ion (SO₄²⁻)?

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The sulfate ion has a charge of 2-.

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How do you determine the formula for an ionic compound?

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Combine the cation and anion charges to ensure the compound is neutral.

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What is the name of the ion NH₄⁺?

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Ammonium ion.