Ionic Compound Nomenclature

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What is an ionic compound?

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An ionic compound is a chemical compound composed of ions held together by electrostatic forces termed ionic bonding. They typically form between metals and nonmetals.

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What is the general formula for naming ionic compounds?

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The name of an ionic compound consists of the name of the cation (metal) followed by the name of the anion (nonmetal) with its ending changed to '-ide' for simple ions.

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What is the charge of magnesium in magnesium chloride (MgCl2)?

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The charge of magnesium in magnesium chloride is +2.

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What is the charge of chloride in magnesium chloride (MgCl2)?

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The charge of chloride in magnesium chloride is -1.

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How do you determine the formula of an ionic compound?

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To determine the formula of an ionic compound, balance the total positive and negative charges of the ions to ensure the compound is neutral.

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What is the formula for sodium sulfate?

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The formula for sodium sulfate is Na2SO4.

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What is the name of the compound with the formula Cr(NO2)3?

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The name of the compound with the formula Cr(NO2)3 is chromium III nitrite.

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What is the formula for aluminum chloride?

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The formula for aluminum chloride is AlCl3.

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What is the formula when Ga^3+ and S^2- ions bond?

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The formula when Ga^3+ and S^2- ions bond is Ga2S3.

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What is the formula when Ca^2+ and Br^- ions bond?

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The formula when Ca^2+ and Br^- ions bond is CaBr2.