Writing and Naming Ionic Compounds

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What comes first in an ionic compound?

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Metal comes first.

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How do you name the compound Sr(C2H3O2)2?

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Strontium acetate.

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What is the name of the compound KOH?

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Potassium hydroxide.

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What is the name of the compound NaH?

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Sodium hydride.

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Where are metals located on the periodic table?

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Metals are found on the left side of the periodic table.

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What is an ionic compound?

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An ionic compound is formed when atoms transfer electrons, resulting in the attraction between positively and negatively charged ions.

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

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The charge of a sodium ion is +1.

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

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The charge of a chloride ion is -1.

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What is the formula for calcium chloride?

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The formula for calcium chloride is CaCl2.

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How do you determine the formula of an ionic compound?

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The formula is determined by balancing the total positive and negative charges of the ions.