Naming Ionic Compounds

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What is the name of the compound FeCl₂?

Back

iron (II) chloride

Front

What type of elements make up an ionic compound?

Back

Metal and Nonmetal

Front

What is the correct formula for Sodium Oxide?

Back

Na₂O

Front

What is the correct name for the chemical formula Ca(NO₂)₂?

Back

calcium nitrite

Front

What is the formula for copper(I) sulfate?

Back

Cu₂SO₄

Front

Define an ionic compound.

Back

A compound formed from the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions, typically consisting of metals and nonmetals.

Front

What is the charge of a sodium ion (Na)?

Back

+1

Front

What is the charge of a chloride ion (Cl)?

Back

-1

Front

How do you determine the formula of an ionic compound?

Back

Combine the cation and anion charges to balance them to zero.

Front

What is the name of the compound NaCl?

Back

sodium chloride