Naming Ionic Compounds

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What is the formula for the ionic compound formed by Aluminum and Oxygen?

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Al₂O₃

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What is the correct formula for Sodium Oxide?

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Na₂O

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When naming ionic compounds with transition metals, what must be included to indicate the metal's property?

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Roman numerals to show the charge of the metal.

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In naming ionic compounds, which element's name is written first?

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The name of the positive element.

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Which group of elements is most likely to form a negative ion?

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Elements from group 17.

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What is an ionic compound?

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A compound formed by the electrostatic attraction between positive and negative ions.

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What is the charge of Sodium (Na) in ionic compounds?

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+1

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What is the charge of Oxygen (O) in ionic compounds?

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-2

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How do you determine the formula of an ionic compound?

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Combine the charges of the ions to balance them.

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What is the name of the compound NaCl?

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Sodium Chloride.