Finding Formulas of Binary Ionic Compound

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What is a binary ionic compound?

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A binary ionic compound is a chemical compound composed of two different elements, typically consisting of a metal and a non-metal, that are held together by ionic bonds.

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How do you determine the formula of a binary ionic compound?

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To determine the formula, identify the charges of the ions, balance the total positive and negative charges, and write the formula using the lowest whole number ratio of ions.

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What is the charge of barium (Ba) in a compound?

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Barium has a charge of +2 in a compound.

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What is the charge of sulfur (S) in a compound?

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Sulfur typically has a charge of -2 in a compound.

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What is the formula for barium sulfide?

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The formula for barium sulfide is BaS.

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What is the charge of potassium (K) in a compound?

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Potassium has a charge of +1 in a compound.

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What is the charge of oxygen (O) in a compound?

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Oxygen typically has a charge of -2 in a compound.

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What is the formula for potassium oxide?

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The formula for potassium oxide is K2O.

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What is the charge of nitrogen (N) in a compound?

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Nitrogen typically has a charge of -3 in a compound.

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What is the formula for potassium nitride?

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The formula for potassium nitride is K3N.