Naming compounds

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What is the name of the ionic compound LiCl?

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lithium chloride

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What is the name of the compound MgF2?

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magnesium fluoride

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What is the formula for lead (II) chloride?

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PbCl2

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What is the name for SrBr2?

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strontium bromide

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What is the name for LiOH?

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lithium hydroxide

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Define ionic compound.

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A compound formed from the electrostatic attraction between positively and negatively charged ions.

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What is the general rule for naming binary ionic compounds?

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The name of the cation (metal) is followed by the name of the anion (non-metal) with its ending changed to '-ide'.

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What is the significance of Roman numerals in naming ionic compounds?

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Roman numerals indicate the oxidation state of the metal cation in compounds with variable charges.

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What is the name of the compound Na2O?

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sodium oxide

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What is the name of the compound AlCl3?

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aluminum chloride