Writing and Naming Binary Ionic compounds

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What is an ionic bond?

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An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond that occurs between a metal and a nonmetal, where electrons are transferred from one atom to another.

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What is the chemical formula for Magnesium Iodide?

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MgI₂

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How do you determine the chemical formula for ionic compounds?

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To determine the chemical formula for ionic compounds, balance the total positive and negative charges of the ions.

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What is the proper chemical formula for combining Al³⁺ and Cl⁻?

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AlCl₃

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What is the chemical formula for Beryllium phosphide?

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Be₃P₂

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What is the formula for magnesium chloride?

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MgCl₂

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What type of elements typically form ionic bonds?

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Ionic bonds typically form between metals and nonmetals.

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What is the charge of a magnesium ion?

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The charge of a magnesium ion is +2 (Mg²⁺).

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What is the charge of a chloride ion?

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The charge of a chloride ion is -1 (Cl⁻).

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How do you write the formula for an ionic compound?

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To write the formula for an ionic compound, use the symbols of the ions and their charges to determine the ratio of ions needed to balance the charges.