Writing and Naming Binary Ionic compounds

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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 one metal and one nonmetal, that are held together by ionic bonds.

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

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To determine the formula, combine the symbols of the metal and nonmetal, and use subscripts to balance the charges of the ions.

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What is the charge of magnesium in magnesium iodide (MgI₂)?

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The charge of magnesium in magnesium iodide is +2.

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What is the charge of iodide in magnesium iodide (MgI₂)?

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The charge of iodide in magnesium iodide is -1.

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What is the formula for sodium chloride?

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The formula for sodium chloride is NaCl.

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What is the rule for naming the nonmetal in a binary ionic compound?

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The nonmetal name is modified by adding the suffix '-ide' to the root of the element's name.

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What is the chemical formula for calcium fluoride?

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The chemical formula for calcium fluoride is CaF₂.

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What is the formula for aluminum oxide?

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The formula for aluminum oxide is Al₂O₃.

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What is the charge of strontium in strontium phosphide (Sr₃P₂)?

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The charge of strontium in strontium phosphide is +2.

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What is the charge of phosphide in strontium phosphide (Sr₃P₂)?

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The charge of phosphide in strontium phosphide is -3.